Hubbards Heritage Society in Hubbards, Nova Scotia are dedicated to the preservation of historical data for the community of Hubbards and the surrounding area, as well as researching, discovering and acquiring historical data and artifacts for cataloging, filing and storing. Here they preserve the past for the sake of the future and welcome members with memberships open to anyone interested in sharing old stories, photos and other memorabilia. Hubbards Heritage Society are operated and administered by a volunteer board of directors from within the community and regular meetings are held monthly in the board room of the Aspotogan Heritage Trust Community Building. READ MORE

The Shelburne Museum Complex in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada offers museums by the sea, and is comprised of the Shelburne County Museum, the Dory Shop Museum, and the Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum. Group tours are available and you will learn about the the county's heritage, and the museum shop has some excellent souvenirs and gifts, also available on-line. Come for a fascinating visit, explore the 10 block historic waterfront, the Dory Shop, the Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum, the Shelburne County Museum, Tottie's quilts, rugs and crafts, Cox's historic shipyard and warehouse, the Guild Hall and Farmers Market and so much more. The Shelburne Museum Complex also offer 18th century re-enactments, so look out for those, and the historic waterfront serves as a great set for historic films. Come celebrate the heritage and special community events, take a walk back in time, it's an unforgettable experience.READ MORE

The Western North Carolina Historical Association in Asheville, North Carolina, is committed to preserving and promoting history through the care and preservation of Smith-McDowell, an imposing, historic 4-story mansion that is now an interesting and informative museum. Previously a dormitory and classroom, in 1974 The Western North Carolina Historical Association began restoring Smith-McDowell House, the oldest surviving house, as a museum that offers exhibitions and educational programs that highlight the lives of explorers and settlers. Crafty Historian events held at Smith-McDowell House include art-focused and educational activities that provide fun and interactive ways of experiencing history.READ MORE

The Mentor Firefighters’ Historical Association is a non-profit organization in Mentor, Ohio which created the Mentor Safety House to reduce childhood injuries, and document the history of the Mentor Fire Department. Located in the historic district of Mentor, the Safety Village provides fire and injury prevention education to over 900 children per year, with children bussed in from local schools to participate in interactive safety lessons developed through the National Fire Protection Association’s Risk Watch curriculum. They offer safety lessons in the family room, kitchen and bedroom safety and the building also houses a fire museum with displays of antique fire equipment, and the refurbished and update Philip the Firetruck will soon be a museum on wheels. The Mentor Firefighters Historical Association also offer Camp 911 at the Mentor Safety House and Fire Museum for 3rd graders to educate them on various safety issues. They also host golf outings and other events annually, sig up to support, fund and donate to their excellent work.READ MORE

Hayward Area Historical Society in Hayward, California, was established in 1956 for the purpose of preserving local history, and today this sizeable museum consists of four galleries, a research library, archives and a cafe that serves delicious refreshments. Our historical society has, over the years, gathered a considerable collection of archival documents, photographs, paintings, school memorabilia, furniture, toys and many more items. To inform the public on past historical events, Hayward Area Historical Society offers educational programs, interpretive exhibitions, artifacts that give a true reflection of the history of our area. And at the end of an interesting and informative tour, visitors can relax at The Cannery and enjoy welcome refreshments. READ MORE

Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden in Sandusky, Ohio is open seasonally and was originally constructed in 1843-1844, and regularly displays collections and exhibits of letters and other historical items. Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden is the former home of Eleutheros Cooke and his wife and children and after being purchased and sold many times was eventually left to the Ohio Historical Society with all it's contents. Come for a fascinating tour through this wonderful home that has maintained much of the same appearance as it did from years ago, and experience this unique residence and historical site for yourself. READ MORE

The Michigan City Historical Society in Michigan City, Indiana, invites you to visit the Old Lighthouse Museum that offers interesting and informative self-guided tours, audio tours and docent-led tours. The Michigan City Historical Society, a non-profit organization, leased the Old Lighthouse Museum in 1965 to restore and establish a museum, and in 1973 a replica of the original lantern tower was installed on the roof of the building. Furnishings in the museum were donated by interested citizens, and the museum is staffed and maintained by dedicated volunteer docents. Our gift shop has an interesting seletions of souvenirs, books, postcards, clothing as well as figurines. READ MORE

The Winnebago County Historical and Archaeological Society in WCHAS in Oshkosh, Wisconsin offers programs and tours and showcases middle class Victorian living in the beautiful home Morgan House, a Queen Anne Victorian home built in 1884, which is their headquarters. The Morgan House is preserved by them and has been recently renovated, it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Winnebago County Historical and Archaeological Society also promotes the advancement of local history, researches, preserves and communicates the history of the area, come visit and be amazed.READ MORE

The Hamden Historical Society Library in Hamden, Connecticut, was established in 1984, and houses an interesting and informative collection of artifacts, documents, photographs and organization records pertaining to the illustrious heritage of Hamden. The Historical Society is committed to the collection and preservation of materials that are directly related to the history of this city as well as to its inhabitants, and the archives at the Hamden Historical Society Library are available for research during scheduled times. Our dedicated staff are available to assist with specific information, and the Hamden Historical Society has historic records and artefacts which date back as far as 1730. READ MORE

The AuSable Oscoda Historical Society and Museum in Oscoda, Michigan welcome any donations of local artifacts, memories as there was almost a total destruction of the twin towns by a fire in 1911. The museum offers fascinating exhibits including Indian artifacts, commercial fishing, shipping, ship wrecks, logging, Paul Bunyan legend, railroads, lighthouses, the fire of 1911, history of the AuSable river and it's dams and so much more. The AuSable Oscoda Historical Society and Museum store stocks books, maps, videos, photos, mugs, shirts, gifts, coloring books, musical toys and a whole lot more, come enjoy a walk back in time.READ MORE