We the People Exhibit
February 4 @ 10:00 am - December 31 @ 5:00 pm
Museum Admission Rates Apply
WE THE PEOPLE
Explore stories of belonging, citizenship, and identity through two connected exhibits.
Celebrating America250MI
Presented through a collaboration between the Zeeland Historical Society and the Holland Museum, made possible through generous funding from America250MI, We the People invites visitors to explore what it means to belong in America through stories of citizenship, identity, and civic participation. Through personal stories, historic objects, and interactive experiences, the exhibits encourage reflection on how every generation has contributed to the American story and continues to help shape Michigan today.
ROOTS OF BELONGING
DEKKER HUIS MUSEUM, 37 E Main Ave., Zeeland
• Roots of Belonging explores how ideas of citizenship, identity, and belonging have helped shape West Michigan. Discover stories of Native Americans and Dutch immigrants through items such as citizenship papers, historic objects, campaign materials, and more.
• Listen to oral histories
• Share what being American means to you
• Learn more at zeelandhistory.org.
VOICES OF HOLLAND
HOLLAND MUSEUM, 31 W 10th St., Holland
• Voices of Holland highlights personal stories from residents past and present, showing how individuals and families have experienced belonging and identity in different ways. Through objects, oral histories, and interactive elements, the exhibit centers on real voices and lived experiences. Hear community stories
• Add your story to the ancestry map
• Learn more at hollandmuseum.org.
PLAN YOUR VISIT TODAY
Visit both exhibits in one day or explore them over multiple visits. These two exhibits are designed to complement each other, offering a broader picture of belonging and identity in West Michigan.
