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

Join us for an engaging evening with historical fiction author Marie La Pres, known for her captivating novels set in the Civil War-era and on Mackinac Island. Marie will share her insights on the art of writing historical fiction, offering a behind-the-scenes look at her creative process.

 

Savor delicious desserts while you enjoy the program, and stick around for a book signing and the opportunity to purchase her works. For every book sold, $3 will be donated to the Zeeland Historical Society to support our mission of preserving local history.

 

Tickets are $15 a person and $12 for ZHS Members.

Are you ZHS Member? use promo code "member" to unlock your discount. 






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