Spring Break A Great Success

Rainy weather couldn't keep away our World War Two soldiers for a day. A record 185 people visited the museum on Wednesday afternoon for Spring Break. New "recruits" took part in free crafts and activities at the North Berrien Historical Museum.


Visitors started by making dog tags to wear throughout the day.


Youth Intern Taylor shows a visitor how to make a hat out of brown paper.


Army caps are a must for any new army recruit. Over 100 were made during the afternoon.


Youth intern Alexis shows a visitor how to make a parachute craft in the Nichols "Flight Training" Building.

Visitors take part in the coloring contest located in the Carter House parlor.

Volunteer Pauline Morris shows off her V for Victory craft in the Carter Gallery.

Youth Internship now offered at North Berrien Historical Museum

Students currently in grades 7-12 are now invited to apply for a Youth Internship at the North Berrien Historical Museum in Coloma, MI. Youth Interns get the exciting opportunity to work on real projects that support our mission to preserve and promote local history. To obtain a schedule and Application for the 2011 Youth Internship program, please stop by the museum or e-mail nbhs2@sbcglobal.net. Applications must be postmarked or hand-delivered to the museum no later than Friday, January 7, 2011.

The Youth Internship is a commitment to volunteer time every other week from late January – May 2011, in which students will get to know the museum and practice new skills. Participants will be trained by the museum’s professional staff to do activities such as caring for artifacts, doing oral history interviews, and sharing local history with the public. Youth Interns will also learn more about career possibilities related to museums, history and culture, all while gaining an impressive internship experience to list on their resumes and college applications!

For more information about this new program, contact the North Berrien Historical Museum’s Director of Education Tracy Gierada at (269) 468-3330 or nbhs2@sbcglobal.net.

Be an Atomic Volunteer

The Life Atomic Exhibit and Programs: April 1 – May 15, 2010

Opening Reception: Thursday, April 1, 5:30-7:30pm – Help out for an hour at our Opening Reception for The Life Atomic and still enjoy the music, refreshments, and 1950s celebrity appearances. ‘50s-style dress is encouraged and appreciated!

1950s Spring Break: Wednesday, April 7, 1-3pm – Work with local kids and families on one of a variety of fun, 50s-inspired activities throughout the museum. ‘50s-style dress is encouraged and appreciated!

Community Sock Hop: Friday, April 16, 6-9pm – Help out for an hour or more at this free family event to be held in the Alwood Gymnasium at Coloma Middle School. Jobs include decorations, set-up and clean-up, refreshments, ticket sales, costume and hula contest judges, and manning the NBHS info table. ‘50s-style dress is encouraged and appreciated!

Gallery Greeters: Every Saturday, April 1 – May 15 – Greet visitors and track attendance for a portion of our Saturday Exhibit Hours, 10am-5pm.

Gallery Greeters: Every Friday, April 1 – May 15 – Greet visitors and track attendance for a portion of our Friday Exhibit Hours, 10am-5pm.

Exhibit Docent: Scheduling TBD, April 1 – May 15 – Help guide school and community groups through The Life Atomic exhibit. Training and study guide provided.

Please call the museum at 269-468-3330 or email nbhs2@sbcglobal.net to sign up to volunteer.