Holland Museum Summer 2012 Newsletter

Holland Museum & Archives • Holland Armory Cappon & Settlers House Museums

IN THIS ISSUELetter from the Director ............2(Continued) ...................................3Museum 101 ..................................4Museum Update ............................5 Board Update ...............................6

From the Archives ........................7Success Stories ..............................8In the Dutch (Cont.) ....................9Thank You .....................................10Giving Opportunities ................. 11Facility Rental ...............................12

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Dear Members and Friends,

In challenging economic times, it is more important than ever that cultural institutions work hard not only to remain solvent, but also to remain accessible and a source of inspiration to their communities.

To that end, the Holland Historical Trust is in the process of re-shaping itself in response to new funding realities, but also in response to changing needs and opportunities in our community. Elsewhere in this issue, you will read about the market research we will be conducting to make sure as we move forward, that you, our members and constituents, will be at the table helping us understand how we can better serve your needs.

First, since mine is a new “voice” in this publication, let me introduce myself. I have loved museums all my life. It was my privilege for nearly 38 years to be part of the growth and change of one of our sister institutions, the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Among other roles, I was project manager for all aspects of the development of Van Andel Museum Center, and as its first female director, I shepherded the institution through its transition from city department to freestanding nonprofit organization. Since becoming Director Emeriti in 2009, I have served as a consultant to several West Michigan cultural institutions, including the Holland Historical Trust.

Since September, I have helped the Trust with several time-critical

projects: the executive director search, strategic planning, and preparation of the documents required for application to the American Association of Museums for reaccreditation. This spring, when the City cut Trust funding in half, and the executive director search extended beyond the original timeline, as a result, I agreed to help shepherd the next phase of planning and re-positioning the institution from the director’s office rather than from “afar.” In short, I joined the team.

Why? Because this is something that really matters. A strong healthy museum in the heart of the community--working in collaboration with schools, elected officials, business leaders, individuals, and other cultural organizations--can have a profound effect on the quality of life in a community. It can provide an anchor for a vibrant downtown and tell the stories of the past that equip us to face boldly and appropriately the challenges of our individual and collective futures.

Come join us:The energy of board, staff,

and community stakeholders involved in this effort is impressive: visionary, determined, experienced, and willing to tackle the problems. The journey will be interesting, and the payoff, amazing. Here’s how:

Geoffrey Reynolds, ChairpersonLeah Petroelje, 1st Vice ChairDawn Garcia-Ward, 2nd Vice ChairSusan Wolfe, SecretaryBill Borgman, TreasurerMary Bamborough Keith BoonstraSteve BulthuisKay DanbyJacob GlickJill RyanJerry ShoupAnne StewartHoward Veneklasen

Board of Trustees

Staff

Letter from the Interim Director

Mary Esther LeeInterim Director

Mike Dunlap, [email protected]

Paula Dunlap, Operations [email protected]

David Hawley-Lowry, [email protected]

Rick Jenkins, [email protected]

Catherine Jung, [email protected]

Mary Esther LeeInterim [email protected]

Wendy Van WoerkomCivil War Muster Coordinator [email protected]

Kristina WieghminkMarketing Manager & [email protected]

Taylor Wise-HarthornMuseum & Gallery [email protected]

Visitor Services Staff Kasey Durham Jan Fike Loraine Griffin Phil HarringtonRachel SyensJasmine Taylor

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• Fund the cause: envelope attached, for your convenience.

• Join the conversation: by email, in writing, or in person. • Join in the experience: volunteer, attend special events, come to visit, and linger in the galleries. • Invite others to join in.

My experience in working with museums has been that when people band together to make a difference, change happens. If you join with us as we dedicate ourselves to a new energized vision with a viable funding model, the Trust—and this community—will be forever changed.

I pledge my energ y and my listening ear to you and this effort.

Best regards,

Mary Esther LeeInterim Executive Director

Your gift makes educational outreach possible!

Thank you!Cappon House “Calling Cards” from school tours.

“The Holland Museum is a fountain

of great culture!”

- Claire from Taiwan

“Seeing my history again makes me

appreciate my life.”

- Mr. & Mrs. I from Holland, MI

MEMBERS ANNUALMEETING

JULY 31, 2012 7 p.m.

(Details to follow.)


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Museum 101 - Communication is EssentialWhether you are a museum

member, donor, visitor, volunteer, staff or board member of the Holland Historical Trust (HHT), communicating a consistent message to our audience, the Holland area community and beyond, is essential. In our last issue, we discussed the non-profit entity of the Holland Museum, the Cappon House, the Settlers House, and the Holland Armory all operating under the Holland Historical Trust. This is just one aspect of who we are. Our branding or the image of the HHT, the use of either the HHT or Holland Museum logo, identifies who we are as an organization, through a visual graphic. However, most importantly is the message we are conveying to you. Both the intentional message delivered by the HHT stakeholders and the unintended message, how others perceive the HHT, forms our identity.

What you think about or how you perceive the HHT matters to us! Every organization wants a positive image, but conveying that message takes certain consideration and special articulation. An organization’s messaging needs to be aligned with their core mission and vision statements.

“To shape the future of the greater Holland area by

celebrating and building on those qualities that made it thrive in the past.” - HHT

The Holland Historical Trust is shaping the future of the Holland area, by preserving our histories,

in the form of artifact & archival objects, which symbolize and tell the stories of Holland’s magnificent and diverse past and present. Board and staff members of the HHT have been diligently and carefully reviewing HHT’s value to our community. Our intended message revolves around 3 themes:

Commitment - The Holland Museum is dedicated to serving our community, through the fulfillment of our mission and vision statements.

Community Service - The Holland Museum is committed to telling the stories of our diverse community and past, through relative, interactive, and enriching educational programming and exhibits, to create a sense of belonging and community pride.

Public Trust - The Holland Museum holds its accessible collections and archives in public trust, with the responsibility of being caretakers of historical and cultural resources.

Our objective with this com-munication piece is to not simply give you a laundry list of what programs, events, and exhibits we are offering to you. Rather, it is of utmost importance to the HHT, that we reiterate why we do what we do, why we exist, and how to effectively convey our passion and drive for this wonderful organization. Building our identity is a process that takes many individuals, such as you, to speak the same language with clarity, commitment, and energy that builds strength in our community.

All stakeholders of the HHT are representatives. You are important to our messaging and reaching the lives of so many in our community. Thank you for your support and all you do!

Sincerely,Kristina Wieghmink,Marketing Manager and staff

Please feel free to email kwieghmink@hollandmuseum.

org or call 616.796.3325 with your feedback on this article, to help us continue to refine our messaging

and service to the Holland community.

Join our email list to stay connected, visit hollandmuseum.org

Kristina WieghminkMarketing Manager

Photo Courtesy of the Holland Museum Archives & Research Library


Volunteer Update

Taylor Wise-HarthornMuseum & Gallery Manager

On April 24, we hosted our wonderful volunteers for our Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon. We recognized our top 5 volunteers, who contributed almost 1,300 hours, and all of our amazing volunteers who give their time at the Museum, historic houses, Armory, and off site events. In 2011, 169 individuals and 7 groups contributed 7,635.25 hours. Our volunteers are unbelievable; we truly cannot do it without all of your support! A complete list of our top 5 volunteers and everyone who contributed their time in 2011 can be found in the museum lobby. For more information regarding the Holland Museum’s volunteer program, please visit the volunteer blog at HollandMVP.org.

Thank you for your continual support and time!

Upcoming Exhibit An exhibition by Holland’s youth about Holland’s diverse community! In their own voices, the Holland Museum has been collaborating with Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP). “LAUP’s overall goal is to empower Latinos to be full participants in the life of the larger community. To accomplish this LAUP offers three kinds of programs and services. Through its Adult Education programs, Steps to Success, LAUP offers courses that help Hispanics integrate into society: English as

a Second Language classes, GED Preparation classes, Computer Training, and employment education. Youth Development programs assist Hispanic youth in completing their secondary education and moving on to higher education and professional careers. Finally, LAUP offers various forms of assistance, Supportive Services, to assist individuals and families in obtaining help with basic needs, so that they can focus on the training they are receiving to become independent, contributing members of their communities.” www.laup.org

Coming Soon!August 24

Hands-On HollandNew children’s stations have been designed and installed in the

permanent gallery at the Holland Museum. Kids, primarily grades 3 - 5, will have the opportunity to explore the collections with an interactive guide, filled with maps, drawings, bingo, trivia, and more! (See page 8 for details.)


Holland Museum Fundraising Event

Board of Directors Update

Geoffrey ReynoldsChairperson

MakeHistory

MakeHistoryBecome a Museum Volunteer

OPPORTUNITIES:

Collections/Archives Assist

Docent/Education Docent

Clerical Support

Creative Support

Curatorial/Research

BENEFITS:

Monthly Educational Sessions

Make New Friends

10% Discount at Gift Shop

Online Volunteer Newsletter

Appreciation Events

Free Museum Membership

(after 50 hours)

Volunteer Open House

MondaysSept 10 &

Dec 10, 2012 & Mar 11, 2013

from 4 - 6 p.m.

Contact Taylor for more information 616.796.2080

You will help make history!

I would like to welcome Jerry Shoup as our newest Trustee to the Holland Historical Trust Board. Jerry is the Factory Manager for the Holland plant of Heinz North America. Jerry brings his love of history to the Board and a long career of working productively with people. We are looking forward to Jerry’s contributions.

Summer has arrived in Holland and things are really happening at the Holland Historical Trust. The Focus Gallery is filled with a wonderful selection of postcard images of Holland from the Mike Van Ark collection. This exhibit, “Wish You Were Here”, will continue until August 5 and should not be missed. The Wichers Gallery continues to host the “Before the Festival” exhibit

about the history of the tulip and its impact around the world. The annual Cappon House Ice Cream Social occurred on June 24 and was sponsored by Macatawa Bank.

Also, please mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Big Red Tour and Cruise on the Holland Princess. This event was so popular last year that we are hosting it again! This event will take place on July 26 and will include a narrated cruise of Lake Macatawa with appetizers, tour of Big Red Lighthouse and dinner at The Piper. Tickets will go fast, so contact the Holland Museum to get your tickets at 796-3329 or stop by the front desk.

On August 26, we will be hosting the 7th Annual Vintage Holland Boat Show in front of

the Holland Museum, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to 40 vintage boats, many of which were made here in Holland, we will be hosting a few vintage travel trailers and giving away free ice cream, generously donated by Macatawa Bank. With a $3 admissions ticket, you will be entered into our door prize drawing for a model replica of a vintage boat.

I am looking forward to meeting all of you at upcoming summer Trust events. I am eager to learn more about you and your reasons for being a member and supporter of the Holland Historical Trust.


From the Archives

Caz Jung, ArchivistHolland Archives

& Research Library

Archive Hours:Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday:

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Phone: (616) 796-2081 [email protected]

We thank you for thinking of the museum for your collections donations. If you have collection items or archival donations for the collections committee to review, please contact Caz Jung, Archivist, at 616.796.2081 or [email protected].

RECENT ACQUISITIONS

Tulip Time Posters 1988, 1990Catherine Jung, Holland

Tulip Time 2012 GicleeWilliam Paterson, Tarpon Springs, FL

Portraits of Geertje Albers, William Zonnebelt, and Mr. & Mrs. Marvin AlbersSusan Zonnebelt-Smeenge, Jenison

Fire Call Box Location BoardChristopher Tinney, Holland Fire Department

2 Promotional Calendars, one Pastel PortraitMarge Barkel, Holland

Holland Christian, Warner-Lambert, Pfizer, Parke-Davis archival items, Holland Sugar Company Office photosRobert Dykstra, Holland

Laurie Hohl Laurie Hohl was a national water ski champion. Her

display of grace and poise for the sport is demonstrated in this archival photo taken at Lake Macatawa. Laurie graduated from Holland High. Her dad was a pastor

and her mom worked at the Holland Sentinel.Sandy Swaney is pictured with Laurie Hohl below.

Featured Archive Photos

Mac Bay Lighted Sign

This collections item was used in the late 1950s to advertise the Mac Bay Boat Company

(which opened in 1948) at boat shows. It is made out of marine

grade fiberglass, since the company started making

boats out of the same material at that time.

Featured Artifact


Success Stories

Hello! My name is Drew Timmer, a resident of Zeeland, Michigan, and a recent graduate of Cornerstone University. I began interning

at the Holland Museum in January of 2012. My task was to develop and implement new ways to make the permanent exhibit more approachable, hands-on, and fun for kids.

I spent my first few weeks learning as much as I could, quickly brainstorming several new ideas. I knew I wanted to design and install some stations in the exhibits where kids could interact with a learning objective. One of the things I worked on was something I called the “smelling station,” a box where kids could smell the unique scents of the four “sacred plants” of the Ottawa Native Americans. Another one of my projects was to design a program guide for the museum’s young guests. This guide contains a variety of activities. It will give kids something to do with their hands, and will help them to discover and learn from the exhibits. All these developments were implemented with the intent to create a better museum

experience for our patrons.Overall, this internship was

one I have greatly enjoyed. I highly recommend that anyone considering working in an avenue of history volunteer or intern at the Holland Museum. I think it would be a good experience for you. You’ll learn new things about this community that you never knew, and I know the museum could benefit from even more community involvement.

My name is Parker Nugent and I am going to be a junior at Grand

Valley State University this fall. My major is Illustration.During my time as an intern at the Holland Museum this past semester, I became aware of how a museum

works. Especially when it comes to the marketing aspect. As soon as I started this internship in February, I began designing a brochure for the volunteers of the museum. The marketing director, Kristina, guided me through this project and also let me have freedom to create and design. Having this freedom made me proud knowing

that she and the staff trusted me and my artistic creativity to create successful materials. After the first project, she started me on another. This was an interactive kid’s brochure, designed with Drew Timmer for the kid’s stations in the galleries. Not many people in my program, in their sophomore year, can say they had an internship doing something with Graphic Design or Illustration. I feel very accomplished and ahead of the game because of this opportunity. After this internship, I want to possibly get another internship at a magazine being a spot illustrator. I really want to finish getting my BFA in Illustration and then go to graduate school for a Masters in Illustration, or Art Therapy. This summer, I will be working as a camp counselor and an Arts and Crafts Director at Indian Trails Camp, a camp for developmentally and physically disabled children and adults. The Kutsche Office of Local History at Grand Valley State University helped me out tremendously. I thank Lynelle Brown and Dr. Tucker for the opportunity, and for having the faith in me to do well at the museum. I also want to thank Taylor and Kristina for having trust in me to create great things to reach the Holland community.


By Kristina WieghminkMarketing Manager

Seventy-five years of the Holland Museum - what a milestone for our community! The Holland area has seen many changes over these years, from the early settlement with Dutch traditions, to today’s diverse community made up of many cultural heritages now calling Holland home. Holland has also witnessed the development of numerous corporations, neighborhoods, faiths, and families, shaping who we are as a community.

The Holland Museum is committed to serving our community as we move forward from building the past seventy-five years, to shaping the future of the greater Holland area. We want to take a moment to pause and reflect on what makes Holland so wonderful! It is our community . . . but what is community? It consists of the people, not only each

individual, but the time and support we each give to one another and our common values. So, I ask, how can the Holland Museum better give to you? We believe by having the privilege and responsibility of being caretakers of historical and cultural resources. This enables us to tell the stories of Holland. The stories that come through so many individuals, groups, families, and organizations, but we can’t do that without you. We need your thoughts and feedback. The Holland Museum is in the research and design stages of developing a climate study or a market research survey. This initiative is a joint

effort that involves all stakeholders; members, non-members, donors, volunteers, board, and staff. The purpose of this study is to gather your perspective of the Holland Museum, in order to discover opportunities for better serving our community. Whether this is to fine tune our key messaging, develop programs and exhibits, extend the collections and archives, or to better tell our community’s story, your response matters to us.

In order to take part in our climate study, please join our e-mail list at www.hollandmuseum.org located on the left side of our home page. You will then receive an email survey later this year, as we continue to celebrate our seventy-five years, or you may email [email protected]. Once again, we thank you for your continued support and trust in the Holland Museum.

Be sure to check out our 75th Anniversary exhibit coming September 28, 2012, which will showcase the Holland Museum and our long history in the community.

In the Dutch(Continued from Spring 2012 edition)

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Get Ready for Battle

By Wendy Van Woerkom Civil War Muster Coordinator

The Civil War Sesquicentennial continues as the Holland Museum plans to hold the fourth annual Van Raalte Civil War Muster. This year we are looking forward to building on the momentum of 2011. Last year the event served 3,500 visitors over Saturday and Sunday as well as around 400 local school students, during the Friday education day.

This year the committee has chosen to feature the Battle of Antietam. This battle, fought on September 17, 1862, is still the bloodiest day in U.S. history. The casualties of this 12 hour conflict were almost four times that of D-Day and equal to the combat

casualties in the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and the Mexican War combined. We felt that its

150th anniversary would be the perfect year to take a look back at this pivotal military action, as a time to remember.

One new thing the Muster committee will be trying this year is altering the battlefield at the sledding hill. Since a portion of the battle was fought in a corn field, we are working with the Ottawa County Farm Bureau and the City of Holland to plant a small stand of corn. The hope is that the corn will help give visitors a better feel for what Antietam looked like.

Join us on September 22 & 23 as we return to Antietam. This free event will be open to the public from 9 a.m.

- 9 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday with a battle being held both

days. We hope to see you there!

Photos Courtesy of Deb & Lou Schakel


Edgar & Elsa Prince FoundationThe Owen FoundationThe Beekhuis Foundation Louis & Helen Padnos FoundationSteelcase FoundationThe Meijer FoundationCook Charitable FoundationJack & Carolyn MarquisPenny BuhlerPhil KimberleyThe Brooks FamilyDirk NykampHerrick Foundation

Holland Garden ClubFritz KliphuisZeeland Historical SocietyJennifer GardnerUS Army Holland Recruiting OfficeCompany D VeteransDutch Heritage Commission of West MILand & Sea UpholsteryHemmingwayMaxine ImanakaDarby EnterprisesTami ElhartVeterans of Foreign WarsHenry Walters Post 2144Vietnam Veterans of America Ch 73Disabled American VeteransAmerican LegionWillard G. Leenhouts Post #6Amvets Post #204Holland Terminal, Inc.Mark’s Detailing Specialists, LLC

Lois MulderCrane’s Pie Pantry & RestaurantDel MichelHope Repertory Summer TheaterFoster Development, Inc.Adolf WolfMichigan Office EnvironmentsKathy & Wayne ElhartCarla & Bruce MassalinkNancy & Doug Padnosde Boer BakkerijAlle RueThree Chairs CompanyTip ToesLake Effect GalleryTom VitujMary Ann’s ChocolatesdeVries PhotographyCanterbury CottageFirehouse Boat Works & Studio

The Holland Museum would like to thank several individuals and organizations for their recent and continual contributions!

Thank You!


Many of our Holland Museum financial supporters are desirous to help us with much needed resources, but they prefer their dollars to go for something specific, some-thing that we really need, as opposed to placing monies into a “general fund” account. Since you have asked, we are now sharing our “behind the scenes” wish list from each of our areas of operation. These items are consid-ered to be extremely important, yet resources still have not become available to make the acquisition. If you would really like to make a difference and are consider-ing a new gift to the museum, you may want to consider selecting an item(s) from this list. We thank you in advance for your consideration.

General Funding for Education/Community • Program Coordinator.

Development“Pack the Bus” - provide a $250 donation to • bring a bus load of local school children to the museum. Your gift covers the cost of the bus, the driver and all admissions.

Collections A-Frame Painting Cart $500• Various storage materials – $1,000 to $2,500. • For details contact 616.796.2081 or [email protected]

Museum Gallery Manager (2) AED (automated external defibrillator) • one for the museum and a second unit for the Armory. $1,200 eachTicketing system for admission and gift shop • sales. Call for details24 Easels for the Cappon House & Museum• Medal of Honor Interactive Exhibit Sponsor(s)•

Museum Facilities ManagerCommercial grade floor scrubber/cleaner • Lawn mower with bagging system• Flag stand• Bicycle racks for museum and Cappon House •

Archives and Research LibraryHaworth Great Openings Lateral Filing Cabinet• 5 Borroughs 88 1/4 x 36 Bookcases $400 each•

Marketing & CommunicationsWebsite Design Services•

Museum EventsJuly4 4th of July, Museum Closed12 Tulip lecture 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.26 Big Red Lighthouse Tour Fundraiser31 Annual Members Meeting

August5 Postcard Exhibit Closes23 Latin Americans United for Progress Youth Exhibit, (LAUP) Community preview 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.24 LAUP OPENS26 Boat Show at the Holland Museum

September2 Favorite Flower Exhibit Closes3 Labor Day, Museum Closed8 Civil War Kids at Holland Museum 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 21 Civil War Dance at the Holland Armory29 Free Admission (with coupon) Smithsonian Museum Day22, 23 Civil War Muster at the Van Raalte Farm27 75th Anniversary Exhibit, Community Preview 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.28 75th Anniversary Exhibit OPENS

OctoberMuseum Closes Sundays for season

Visit us at www.hollandmuseum.org Calendar of Events online for more information.

Al McGeehan

Happy Retirement, Al!We are all so grateful

for your service! Thank you!

“It’s been a wonderful journey.” -Al

Giving Opportunities

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©2012 HOLLAND HISTORICAL TRUST

Do you have a special occasion coming up that you want to remember forever? Perhaps a 50th wedding anniversary, a 75th birthday party, or a Quinceañera celebration? Want to surprise your loved one with a unique venue for the celebration?

How about renting Holland Museum, Cappon House or Holland Armory for your event? Imagine celebrating a golden wedding anniversary in the beautiful Museum lobby where guests can stroll through the galleries, or stepping back in time at the spectacular Cappon House with your party.

Holland Armory will accommodate 440 guests and our Education room is perfect to schedule a meeting. Each space has its own personality, and is sure to add to the celebration. Let us help you create a memory that will last a lifetime. Visit our website or call Paula Dunlap at (616) 796-3321 for details.

History for Rent for Your Event!

Holland Museum

LobbyGreat for parties.

Education RoomPerfect for meetings.

Cappon House

Dining Room & Kitchen

40 standing, 24 seated

Grounds200 -250 guests

Visitor Center39 guests

ArmoryGym

440 guests, Includes kitchen

Conference room 18 guests

By Paula DunlapOperations Manager, Holland Historical Trust

Holland Museum Summer 2012 Newsletter

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