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A N N O U N C E M E N T S

Sip, Savor, and Discover: An evening with the curator at "Cultivating West Michigan"

You are cordially invited to join us as a premier guest at a special Cultivating West Michigan Open House.

 

 

Enjoy a night of heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts, wine pairings, and captivating conversations with the exhibit’s curator and other distinguished experts.

 

There is no cost, but we invite you to help us continue preserving and sharing our history by making a generous contribution or participating in a silent auction.

 

 

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of culture, community, and connection!


Please RSVP online, contact Katelyn at 616-772-4079 ext. 2, or email director@zeelandhistory.org


School Bell Series: The History of Farming in Borculo

Join us for our next School Bell Series event! This month, we’re excited to feature local historian Robert Essenburg, who will dive into the rich history of farming in Borculo. Learn about how agriculture shaped our community and the families who worked the land.
The School Bell Series is all about learning together, connecting with our roots, and exploring local topics with local voices. Whether you're a lifelong resident or new to the area, this is a chance to discover a piece of our shared heritage.
📚 There’s no cost to attend, but donations are appreciated and support future programs at the Zeeland Historical Society
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Volunteer as a Greeter/Docent

The Dekker Huis Museum is completely operated by volunteer greeters! Greeters provide a welcoming face to the museum during open hours. 

 

  • Shifts are 4 hours on weekdays and 3 hours on Saturdays. 
  • Trained to answer basic questions about the museum and it's exhibits. 
  • Are the face of the museum!

Do you want to learn more about this rewarding volunteer opportunity? Contact the museum for more information.

The Online Catalog

We have been working hard to make our collections available to you. The launch of the Online Collections is an important milestone in becoming a community resource. You can browse by Keyword, Archives, Objects, Photos, Exhibits, and People. You can even look at a random entry to browse the collection! Please take some time to check out this amazing resource. 

 

The Online Collections are available at: https://zeelandhistory.catalogaccess.com/home

Our Historic Properties:


Dekker Huis Museum

37 East Main Ave, Zeeland, MI

1881 New Groningen Schoolhouse

10537 Paw Paw Dr, Zeeland, MI 


MAILING ADDRESS: Zeeland Historical Society | PO Box 165 | Zeeland, MI 49464 

EMAIL: info@zeelandhistory.org

PHONE:  (616) 772-4079