Butte Citizens for Preservation and Revitalization [MT]

Description

In the summer of 1994 a group of residents of Butte, Montana, committed to the preservation and promotion of Butte's unique historical architecture, came together to form the Butte Citizens for Preservation and Revitalization. CPR provides grants to improve buildings, educational tours, lectures, preservation workshops, and other events, liason with local government, business, and civic organizations, and the labor to restore, renovate and salvage historical buildings in the nation's largest National Historic Landmark District, encompassing 5,991 historically significant resources.

The organization offers a variety of educationally themed events and programs, ranging from walking tours to traveling speakers. The organization has also put out a variety of publications, which are available for purchase on the website. The website offers information about all organization activities, including grants, advocacy, educational programs, an events calendar, and an online store.

Museum of Indian Arts and Culture [NM]

Description

The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, one of four museums in the Museum of New Mexico system, is a premier repository of Native art and material culture. It tells the stories of the people of the Southwest from prehistory through the present day. The museum serves the public through changing exhibitions, public lectures, field trips, artist residencies, and other educational programs.

The museum offers a variety of events and exhibits to the public, several thematic tours designed for schoolchildren, tours for adults and other museum guests, and research materials and collections for researchers. The website offers visitor information; a history of the museum; online resources, including podcasts and online exhibitions; information on upcoming events; and information regarding the programs and exhibits offered by the museum.

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame [MA]

Description

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame serves as the nation's main basketball Hall of Fame. Notable Hall of Famers include famed coach Phil Jackson, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, and Wilt Chamberlain.

The Hall of Fame offers visitors a series of exhibits designed to showcase the history of basketball as well as biographies and highlights of all Hall of Famers. The website offers a listing of all Hall of Famers with accompanying biographies, along with information about awards presented by the Hall, a biography of Coach Naismith, information on upcoming events, and a history of both basketball and the Hall.

Sussex County Historical Society and Museum [NJ]

Description

The Sussex County Historical Society was established in 1904, following the culmination of the county's 150th anniversary celebration. The Society brings together people interested in the prehistory, history, and native culture of Sussex County. The Society seeks out, collects, preserves, restores, and studies materials that reveal and illustrate the county's history. The Society encourages and supports policies and projects that enhance the appreciation and preservation of Sussex County's heritage. One of the society's achievements is the restoration and care of the Old Newton Burial Ground located across Main Street from the society headquarters, which are located at the Hill Memorial Building, along with the society museum and library. The Hill Memorial was listed on both the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places in 1985 as the oldest museum building in New Jersey.

The museum offers historical exhibits and special events highlighting the history of Sussex County. The museum also offers tours and programs for the general public and schoolchildren. The website offers a history of Sussex County, genealogical information, visitor information, information regarding local attractions and lodging, and a small online bookstore.

Lowndes County Historical Society and Museum [GA]

Description

The Museum preserves the history of Valdosta and Lowndes County. Located in the old Carnegie Library, it hosts almost 10,000 sq. ft. of historic displays and research material.

The museum offers exhibits, tours, and events that showcase the museum and the history of Lowndes County. The museum also houses a research library. The website offers a brief history of Valodsta, an online newsletter, information regarding the research library, a kids webpage, and three online collections.

Kam Wah Chung and Co. Museum [OR]

Description

The Kam Wah Chung Museum preserves the history of the Chinese workforce in Oregon, and contains artifacts and displays that share some of the trials of everyday life of Chinese immigrants in Oregon. The building that houses the museum is the same building used by Chinese businessman Lung On and herbal doctor Ing Hay to administer herbal remedies to Chinese laborers in Western Oregon.

The museum is open from May first through October 30th each year, and offers exhibits and artifacts showcasing the history of Chinese laborers in Oregon. The site offers a brief history of the museum and visitor information.

Lewes Historical Society and Museums [DE]

Description

From Captain Kidd and the eternal rhythms of the tides to the salty courage of the Delaware pilots and the nationally recognized architecture of the Lewes historic district, Lewes's past is colorful, unique, and proud. The Lewes Historical Society began in 1961 as local residents identified a need to preserve Lewes' architectural heritage and for an organization to act as a steward for Lewes's past, which stretches back to humble Dutch origins in 1631. The society runs 12 museums, all of which are historic house and living history museums.

The society offers access to all historic house museums, a variety of educational events and resources, including guided tours and sample curriculums, and seasonal events. The site offers information about all above activities and resources, including visitor information and brief historical information on all museums operated by the society, as well as information regarding educational programs.

Historic River Towns of Westchester [NY]

Description

The Historic River Towns of Westchester is a consortium of waterfront towns along New York's Hudson River. The organization works to promote and aid in historic and preservation efforts in the river front communities along the river.

The consortium offers guided tours, river cruises, and information about all historic museum located in the towns that make up the consortium. The site offers visitor information, information regarding the tours and cruises, and a calendar of events.

Silver Spring Historical Society [MD]

Description

The mission of the all-volunteer Silver Spring Historical Society is to create and promote awareness and appreciation of Silver Spring's heritage through sponsorship of educational activities and the preservation and protection of historical sites, structures, artifacts, and archives.

The society offers walking tours of Silver Spring's Main Street, as well as tours of the B&O Railroad Station. The site offers past news regarding Silver Spring and the historical society, visitor information for the B&O Railroad Station, information on upcoming events, and an online gift shop.

Wyandot County Historical Society and Museums [OH]

Description

The Wyandot County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the acquisition, preservation, and interpretation of physical evidence, relevant to the history of Wyandot County, OH, and surrounding areas. To fulfill such purposes, the Wyandot County Historical Society will support, operate and maintain facilities with professional standards of operation for its collections. In particular, the historical society runs two museums, the Overland Inn Museum and the Wyandot County Museum. The Overland Inn Museum is a living history museum which gives visitors a sense of life on the road in the 19th century, while the Wyandot County Museum is a typical local history museum with exhibits and artifacts which chronicle local history.

The site offers visitor information, brief historical information regarding the buildings that house the museums, and an events calendar. The society offers visitors and educators museum access and tours of the museums.