The Manitowoc County Historical Society will host a Hometown History Expo on Saturday, August 9, from 10 am to 4 pm at its Museum and Pinecrest Village, located at 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc.
The Expo is perfect for those interested in learning more about local history, including family historians and general enthusiasts. The Hometown History Expo aims to connect museum visitors with their local small museums, town historians, historical societies, and genealogy groups. Included in the cost of general museum admission, come out for a day of exciting local learning and participation in local history! Visit with our participating organizations including the MCHS Research Library, Manitowoc Genealogical Society, Mishicot Historical Museum, St. Nazianz Area Historical Society, and the Two Rivers Historical Society.
Guests can also enhance their visit with a hands-on, archives-themed workshop. Each workshop is about 30 minutes and is included in general admission. Seating will be first come, first serve.
- 11:00 - 11:30 am: Research 101; Plat maps. Sanborn maps. City and County directories. Tax rolls. What can these documents mean in your search for answers. Where can you find these resources and what can they tell you?
- 12:45 - 1:15 pm: Preserving Family Treasures; From quilts, to wedding dresses, and family documents, how can you preserve your ancestors’ items for future generations? Discover the museum’s archival methods and how you can apply these practices to your own family collection.
- 2:30 - 3:00 pm: Storing, Archiving, and Exhibiting on a Tight Budget; This workshop covers the basics of archiving materials and how to do this on a limited budget.
After learning from our participating regional organizations, make sure to take some time to explore the exhibits in the McAllister House Welcome Center and the historic structures of Pinecrest Village.
General admission is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, $10 for youth 4-17, and children under 4 years of age are free. General Admission is always free for members! You can purchase your tickets when you arrive or pre-purchase your admission tickets.
For more information about the Hometown History Expo and other programs or events offered at the Manitowoc County Historical Society, call (920) 684-4445 or visit ManitowocCountyHistory.org.
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