Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace Foundation [CA]

Description

The Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace Foundation serves three main functions. First, the Foundation aids in the operation of the presidential library for Richard Nixon. As such, the library offers an enormous amount of documents and information about the Nixon presidency, including all primary sources relevant to the administration. For research access and information, visit http://www.nixonlibrary.gov/, the official website of the Nixon Library. Secondly, the site serves as a historic house museum, and gives visitors a view of Richard Nixon aside from his presidency. Finally, the Foundation helps to raise interest and scholarship in the Nixon presidency by hosting events at the Nixon Library throughout the year.

The site offers an events calendar, a very short virtual tour of the museum, links to the the Nixon presidential library, an event planner, and limited information about current exhibits.

Old Saybrook Historical Society [CT]

Description

Founded in 1958, Old Saybrook Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating, preserving, and maintaining collections in the archaeology, art, furniture, genealogy, and historical records of the town of Old Saybrook. In addition, the society works to encourage the preservation of historic sites and the appreciation of the history of Old Saybrook. The society seeks to increase the appreciation of the history of Old Saybrook through exhibits, videos, tours, and lectures.

The site offers information about current exhibits, the archives, educational programs, and research services offered by the society.

Bonaventure Historical Society [GA]

Description

Organized in 1994, the Bonaventure Historical Society is dedicated to the evolution and preservation of the Bonaventure Plantation and Cemetery as a historical and educational site. Bonaventure Plantation is located in Savannah, Georgia, and was the colonial home of John and Laudia Mullryne and their family until 1846. The home reflects the lifestyle of political leaders in Georgia as Georgia progressed from a British colony to an American state. The plantation was converted into Evergreen Cemetery in 1868, and was purchased by the City of Savannah in 1907 and renamed Bonaventure Cemetery. Today, the cemetery encompasses 100 acres and reflects the prominent personalities whose perseverance created the present state of Georgia.

The site offers detailed information about the history of the plantation and associated cemetery, a brief sample of the society newsletter, legal information on the society, information for prospective society members, and visitor information for Bonaventure Plantation and Cemetery.

San Jose Fire Museum [CA]

Description

The San Jose Fire Museum chronicles the history of the San Jose Fire Department, which was founded in 1854 and is the oldest paid fire departments in the country. The museum houses over 27 pieces of antique firefighting equipment as well as a collection of photographs of early firefighters in the San Jose Fire Department. The museum is open to tours by appointment. Finally, the museum is working to save San Jose Fire Station One and convert it into a new, state of the art, fire museum.

The site offers an events calendar, an online gift shop, material for educators, including lesson plans and interactive online activities, visitor information, and general information about the museum. In order to contact the museum by email, use the "contact us" link on the main webpage.

Denton County African American Museum [TX]

Description

The Denton County African American Museum is dedicated towards preserving and presenting the history of African Americans in Denton County, Texas. The museum is open to the public and charges a $1 admissions fee. The museum also hosts a variety of special events including historical speakers.

The website contains only very basic visitor information and minimal information regarding upcoming events. The site is also part of the Denton County government website. Thus, visitors to the site can access information on all government projects. In order to contact the museum, use the links on the right side of the webpage.

Mississippi Hills Heritage Area Alliance [MS]

Description

The Mississippi Hills Heritage Area Alliance seeks to preserve, interpret, and promote the cultural and heritage assets of the Mississippi hills region. Its key objectives are to increase jobs and tourism in the region, and to develop and support projects and programs that sustain or improve the tourism in the region due to the heritage and history in the region.

The site offers detailed information about the Alliance's concept plan for the region, as well as an events calendar, a search function for other Mississippi heritage sites, and an archive of news regarding the Alliance.

Brunswick Town / Fort Anderson [NC]

Description

A major pre-Revolutionary port on North Carolina's Cape Fear River, Brunswick was razed by British troops in 1776 and never rebuilt. During the Civil War, Fort Anderson was constructed atop the old village site, and served as part of the Cape Fear River defenses below Wilmington before the fall of the Confederacy. Colonial foundations dot the present-day tour trail, which crosses the earthworks of the Confederate fort.

The site offers a short film, exhibits, tours, and occasional recreational and educational events (including living history events).

Delaware County Historical Association [NY]

Description

The Delaware County Historical Association (DCHA) was founded in 1945 to preserve and present the rich history of Delaware County. In the early 1960s, the Association purchased property, originally settled by Gideon Frisbee. Today, DCHA is home to seven historic buildings including the 1797 Frisbee House (pictured above, photo by Barbara Onasch) and barn, blacksmith shop, nineteenth-century gun shop, school house, turnpike tollgate house, Christian Church at Fitch's Bridge a well as two exhibit galleries, research library and archives, gift/book shop, nature trail and much more. In addition, DCHA offers educational programs where the society will travel to a school and present a program.

The site offers general information about the association, a virtual tour with pictures of all of the DCHA buildings, an events calendar, information about the educational sessions offered by DCHA, and a listing of books about Delaware County.

Grapevine Heritage Foundation [TX]

Description

The Grapevine Heritage Foundation is dedicated towards the preservation of the history and historical structures of the town of Grapevine, Texas. To this end, the foundation has acquired a number of buildings in the last fifteen years. In 1991, Grapevine Heritage Foundation saved the Palace Theater, a classic Art Modern building. In addition, the Foundation owns the Thomas Jefferson Nash Farmstead and the Buckner Cash Grocery Store.

The site is actually part of the larger Grapevine Convention and Visitor's Bureau website. Thus, it offers information about upcoming events in the town of Grapevine, information for visitors including information on local hotels, and a small about section regarding the Foundation.