Holland Area Historical Society

The Holland Area Historical Society focuses on the history and heritage of the Holland area. Its programs are designed to inform the membership through a series of quality presentations, tours, and other events focusing on the area's past.

If you are not a member, we encourage you to join our group and participate in an exciting year of programs!

Tour of Midtown Center
Tuesday, September 9, 2008 - 2:00-4:00 p.m.
96 West 15th Street, Holland

To kick off the new program year, we will be visiting the newly renovated Midtown Center and be treated to a guided tour and lecture of the history of the building and its bright future as a community center for non-profit agencies. PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL TIME.

Land Conservancy of West Michigan
Tuesday, October 14, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Maas Auditorium, Hope College
264 Columbia Avenue, Holland

Are you interested in land conservation? Want to know more about what is happening locally? Join Peter Homeyer of the Land Conservancy of West Michigan as he highlights recent accomplishments on protecting open space in the Upper Macatawa River near Zeeland.

Lost and Found:
Shipwreck Tales of West Michigan
Tuesday, November 25, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Maas Auditorium, Hope College
264 Columbia Avenue, Holland

Dozens of shipwrecks rest in the cold, clear water just off the shores of Western Michigan. Join members of Michigan Shipwreck Research Associates as they take you on a visual journey of search and discovery in the wild waters of Lake Michigan as they explore these wrecks. PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL DATE.

First Presbyterian Church
Annual Christmas Potluck
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 - 6:30 p.m.
659 State Street, Holland

Our annual Christmas potluck is a Holland Area Historical Society tradition. This year we will visit First Presbyterian Church. A church spokesperson will describe its history and give a guided tour of the church building. Call 395-7798 after November 14 to sign up for a dish to pass. Reservations are required—call 395-7798. PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL DATE AND TIME.

Waverly Stone Quarry History
Tuesday, January 13, 2009 - 7:30 p.m.
Maas Auditorium, Hope College
264 Columbia Avenue, Holland

The history of Holland’s local Waverly Stone quarry is both interesting and important to the architectural history of the Holland area. Join well-known local historian, Randy Vande Water, for an interesting evening of images and history of this local natural resource.


History of the Holland Fire Department
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 – 7:30 p.m.
Maas Auditorium, Hope College
264 Columbia Avenue, Holland

The history of the Holland Fire Department is both exciting and tragic because of its constant battle with flames, heat and smoke. Join local fire department historian Paul Den Uyl as he presents the illustrated history of this essential emergency service.

History of the Grand River
Tuesday, March 10, 2009- 7:30 p.m.
Maas Auditorium, Hope College
264 Columbia Avenue, Holland

With the completion of her latest book on the history of the Grand River, it is only proper that we have Kit Lane, one of Michigan’s most prolific writers, share more about Michigan’s mightiest river. Come enjoy stories, facts, and photographs of this important natural resource.

The Civil War and Holland, Michigan
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 - 7:30 p.m.
Maas Auditorium, Hope College
264 Columbia Avenue, Holland

The Holland community was deeply interested in the Civil War and sent many young men to fight for the Union Army. Join Holland Museum Education Director, Chris Kleinjans, as he uses primary documents and his years of expertise on the subject to illustrate Holland’s part in the struggle between North and South.

Pie Social
Olive Township Historical Museum
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 – 7:30 p.m.
Olive Township, Michigan

We bring our program year to a close with a visit to the Olive Township Historical Museum to learn more about the history of this nearby township and its rich history. Cost will be $1.00 per person. PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL DATE. Members and their guests only, and reservations are required—call 395-7798.

HOLLAND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

The major goal of the Society is to bring together persons with an interest in history and at the same time promote an awareness in the general public of the cultural heritage of the Holland area. In accordance with this goal, the Historical Society sponsors, on a regular basis, a variety of lectures, field trips and other historical activities. Monies collected through membership fees and any other fund raising activities go towards financing the activities of the Society. The Holland Area Historical Society is not affiliated with the Holland Museum.
For more details about the meetings or membership, contact Geoffrey Reynolds at the Joint Archives of Holland (395-7798).

Memberships

Individual: $10 per year - entitles you to vote, hold office and participate in all activities sponsored by the Society.
Family: $15 per year - covers all members of family; benefits same as Individual with one vote per family.
Sustaining: $25 per year - this category is for individuals who would like to provide greater financial support for the Society.
Life: $300 - enables you to enjoy regular membership benefits on a continuous basis.
Student: $5 per year - benefits same as Individual.
Senior Citizen: $5 per year - benefits same as Individual.
Non-Profit Institutional: $15 per year.
Corporate: $50 per year.

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