Four years ago the historical society turned to the community seeking a millage to support the on-going maintenance and operation of the museum. Now, four years later we are seeking a renewal of this .25 millage in Hagar, Coloma, Watervliet and Bainbridge Townships, as well as the Cities of Coloma and Watervliet.
In 2009 the millage collected was nearly $140,000. The museum is open year-round, employs 2.5 full time employees, and serves over 4,600 visitors annually. New furnaces, roof, lighting, and case renovations are just a few of the improvements that have been made possible by the millage. New exhibits have been well received including two very successful traveling exhibits; Abraham Lincoln: Self-Made in America and The Life Atomic: Growing Up in the Shadow of the A-Bomb. Families and children are an important target audience we have reached through events including Spring Break, Summer Time Travelers, and Holiday Open House.
Much is planned for the next four years in addition to maintaining high quality exhibits and programs. Upkeep of the site continues to be a major priority. The board is busy planning a new parking lot that will greatly increase the number of spaces and increase accessibility of the museum.
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