Publication Date
Winter 2024
Abstract
The Taylor Michigan Historical Society’s (THS) collections and interpretation-based activities in its historical single-room schoolhouse were underutilized and put to the side for years. The current wave of THS members and volunteers are reinvigorating the society by using best practices in the field of museum management and heritage interpretation to achieve its goals of a vibrant community historical society. To assist in this revitalization effort, this project: creates object and archival collection lists for current and future reference in the schoolhouse; updates the interpretation plans for the schoolhouse, including lesson plans that reflect the current academic standards in the state of Michigan for third graders; and create a general interpretation sheet for docents to reference for future guest visits. After completing these actions, THS is ready to maintain and update the collections in the schoolhouse, create meaningful visits for third grade visitors, and assist its future docents and volunteers with engaging and informative interpretive materials.
Recommended Citation
Morris, Korey Ryan, "Contemporary Museum Practices in an "Old School House;" Bringing Best Collections Management and Public History Practices to a Local Historical Society" (2024). Historic Preservation Final Projects. 14.
https://commons.emich.edu/histpres_projects/14
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