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Wellesley Historical Society

Heritage Museum of Newaygo County

Desoto County Museum

Hernando, Mississippi

662-429-8852

www.desotomuseum.org

Since 2003, the DeSoto County Museum has served as a permanent home for the rich history of DeSoto County, Mississippi. What began in 1984 as an effort by the Historic DeSoto Foundation to preserve local stories and artifacts, officially opened its doors at 111 East Commerce Street in Hernando after years of dedicated work and community support. The museum now stands in a restored 1870s church campus, which was purchased and renovated with community fundraising and a grant from the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. As a nonprofit organization, the museum's mission is to preserve, interpret, and teach the story of DeSoto County's past, ensuring that its history is accessible to all.

Wellesley, Massachusetts

781-235-6690

www.wellesleyhistoricalsociety.org

The Wellesley Historical Society's mission is to collect, preserve, and share Wellesley’s history and inspire public involvement in and appreciation of the town’s heritage and culture. In the Wellesley History & Exhibit Center, we offer rotating exhibits based around our extensive collections, programs and lectures, and research opportunities for those with specific inquiries. Our exhibits highlight both the history of Wellesley and Wellesley's role within and connection to the wider world.

Newaygo, Michigan

231-652-5003

www.newaygocountyhistory.org

Heritage Museum of Newaygo County's mission is to collect, preserve, and share Newaygo County history. Located in the heart of River County in beautiful downtown Newaygo, the Museum, a stunning historical building with modern renovations, is a great place for all ages to make fun and informative connections with the past. Exhibits on topics such as Native American history, the importance of logging, the rise of farming, and modern day tourism are just some of the things to experience.