Vanceboro Historical Society [ME]

Description

The Vanceboro Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history of Vanceboro, ME, named after William Vance, an unsavory politician who made vast sums of money through shady import and export business. Vanceboro is located on the border between the United States and Canada, and the historical society seeks to chronicle the past of the hardy townspeople who persevered in this frigid climate.

The society offers a small display of local artifacts. The website offers photo galleries of Vanceboro, the Vanceboro School, historical artifacts owned by the society, and the Maine Central Railroad. The site also offers information on recent society meetings.

Washington County Historical Society [NY]

Description

"The Washington County Historical Society is a vibrant, educational, non-profit organization, chartered by the NYS Board of Regents in 1940. Its primary purpose is to promote public interest and participation in the preservation of the rich cultural heritage of Washington County, NY. The Heritage Research Library, a repository for regional books, written documents, genealogical information, and memorabilia, and the publication of eighteen books highlight preservation efforts. Lectures, workshops, tours and social events are scheduled throughout the year."

The site offers an events calendar, a listing of all library resources, and an online store.

National Council for the Social Studies [MD]

Description

"The mission of National Council for the Social Studies is to provide leadership, service, and support for all social studies educators." The council is currently the largest association in the country devoted solely to social studies education; and works to establish a successful baseline curriculum for social studies education, to promote effective use of technology in the classroom, and to aid the passage of effective legislation favoring social studies curriculum. The National Council for the Social Studies does this by working with educators and legislators across the country.

The council offers summer educator workshops. The website offers information about the council and its programs, professional information for educators in the social sciences, resources for potential advocates, and links and information regarding external resources, including periodicals and similar organizations.

Longmeadow Historical Society and Storrs House [MA]

Description

The Longmeadow Historical Society, founded in 1899 and one of the oldest historical societies in the country, is dedicated to preserving the history of Longmeadow, MA, and more specifically, the Storrs House. The society is headquartered in the historic 1786 Storrs House, and also helps to preserve the "East Village" and Olde Burying Yard. In addition, the society maintains a small genealogical library.

The society offers tours of the Storrs House, period rooms, and self-guided tours of the Olde Burying Yard. The website offers extensive historical information regarding Longmeadow, the Storrs House, the "East Village," and the Olde Burying Yard. In addition, the site offers an events calendar, and external links to other historical resources.

Monterey History and Art Association and Museum [CA]

Description

The Monterey History and Art Association is dedicated to preserving the history of Monterey, CA. To this end, the association has two main projects, preserving historic homes and structures in Monterey and operating the Monterey Maritime and History Museum. The museum opened in 1971 and today holds almost 6000 artifacts and 50,000 photographs and papers. The association also releases a quarterly newsletter, "The Beacon."

The site offers visitor information regarding the museum, an events calendar, historical and visitor information regarding the historic buildings owned by the association, .pdf files of recent newsletters, and information about educational programs and tours offered by the association.

Owls Head Transportation Museum [ME]

Description

The Owls Head Transportation Museum, located in Owls Head, ME, has more than 100 historic aircraft, automobiles, bicycles, carriages, and engines which are on permanent display. Overall, the museum "has one of the finest collections of pioneer-era aircraft and automobiles in the world." In addition, the museum is host to the Lang Education Center and Library, a research library containing 5000 books and over half a million photographs from local sources and the National Air and Space Museum. The Library is open by appointment.

The site offers detailed information on all educational programs offered by the museum, including classroom materials and even some lesson plans. In addition, the site offers visitor information, basic information regarding collections and exhibits, and an events calendar. Finally, the site offers an online card catalog for the Lang library, but actual access to the resources is only available by appointment.

Howard County Historical Society and Museum [IN]

Description

The Howard County Historical Society is dedicated to maintaining and showcasing the history of Howard County, IN. To this end, the society owns and operates a county historical museum which is located in the Seiberling Mansion, a beautiful 1891 Queen Anne and Romanesque Revival structure which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to the museum, the society runs a local history archives, which features thousands of archives and manuscripts chronicling Howard County's history. The archives are open to the public by appointment.

The site offers visitor information, information for prospective researchers, information regarding building rental, an online version of the society's newsletter, and an events calendar.

Indiana State Museum [IN]

Description

The Indiana State Museum explore Indiana's past, present and future through artistic, cultural, and scientific exhibits starting with the birth of Earth and tracing Hoosier history into the 21st century.

The museum offers exhibits, tours, educational programs, and educational and recreational events. The website offers visitor information and digital exhibits and digital access to the museum's collections. Finally, the site contains links to all of Indiana's state historic sites.

Ardenwood Historic Farm [CA]

Description

Ardenwood Historic Farm is the historic home of George Washington Patterson. Patterson came west in 1849 during the gold rush to seek his fortune; instead he settled at Ardenwood Farm in southern Alameda County. The Historic Farm is faithfully restored and features agricultural practices from the 1870s to the present, demonstrating the transition from horse-powered equipment to modern farming equipment. There are more attractions than just the house, however. The park also features a horse-drawn train, victorian garden, animal farms, and a restored blacksmith shop.

The site offers general information about the park for visitors, a calendar of events, a trail map, and information regarding field trips for educators.