EXHIBITS

open since May 2007
NEW DUTCH GALLERIES: SIX HUNDRED YEARS OF DUTCH ART & CULTURE
The new, "splendid" 2nd floor galleries now house the museum’s extensive Dutch Collection of Fine & Decorative Arts, illustrating 600 years of art and culture. On exhibit are fifty-six 17th to 19th century Dutch paintings and more than one hundred and fifty cultural objects, from fine furniture, delftware and silver, to original Dutch costumes. Admission, members free. Holland Museum, 31 W 10th St; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123

Sept 6 - Feb 1, 2009
NATIVE MICHIGAN: THE PAINTINGS OF WILLIAM KUBIAK
Wichers Gallery, first floor: around forty fine oil paintings of Michigan’s Native tribes. An authority on Great Lakes Native American life, Grand Rapids artist and journalist William J. Kubiak is the author of “Great Lakes Indians: A Pictorial Guide.” Admission, members free. Holland Museum, 31 W 10th St; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123

Nov 15 - Feb 1, 2009
NICHOLAS, THE SAINT: IMAGES FROM EAST AND WEST
For centuries Nicholas the Christian Saint, also known as Santa Claus, has been venerated by Orthodox and Catholics and honored by Protestants, for his faith and his example of generosity to those in need, especially children. A selection of Saint Nicholas icons and images in various media shows the beloved saint in these traditions. Lobby exhibit, free admission. The Holland Museum, 31 West 10th Street, Holland MI. 616.392-9084 or toll free 888.200.9123


PROGRAMS
* Family Programs


OCTOBER

Oct 11
FIRE WALK, 1 PM (Sat)
Join Museum President Joel Lefever on a 10-block walking tour, following the path of the Great Holland Fire of Oct. 8, 1871, which also was the day of the Chicago, IL and Peshtigo WI fires. Lefever talks about the causes and extent of the devastation, pointing out what was spared. The historical tour begins at the Cappon Visitor Center, proceeds through the Historic District to Pillar Church and ends at Van Vleck Hall on the Hope College campus. The tour lasts approx. 1 hour. Cost: : $7, $6 senior, $4 student; members free. Cappon House Museum, 228 West 9th Street, Holland; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123

Oct 25
KUBIAK BOOK SIGNING, 1 - 3 PM (Sat)
Meet author and artist William J. Kubiak among his paintings in the "Native Michigan" exhibit and have him sign a copy of his book, Great Lakes Indians: A Pictorial Guide. Latest edition copies are available for purchase at museum for $15.95. Free admission with purchase of the Kubiak book; 50% off regular admission if you bring your own copy; admission for members is free. Holland Museum, 31 W 10th St; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123

NOVEMBER

Nov 11, 2008
* MUSEUM FREE-DAY FOR VETERANS, 10 - 5 (Tue)
Free admission for Veterans and their families all day at the Holland Museum and the Col. Geerds exhibit in the Holland Armory. Holland Museum, 31 West 10th Street & Holland Armory, 16 West 9th Street, Holland; ; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123

DECEMBER

Dec 13 & 14
* VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS TEA, 1 - 5 (Sat & Sun)
The Victorian Christmas Tea is a "tasty" and fun opportunity to learn about history. See the stately Cappon House dressed in its authentic Victorian Christmas finery and sample dainty tea foods of Victorian Holland. The refreshments served are based on recipes from Holland's founding families and prominent residents. A pianist in period attire will complement the festive atmosphere with tunes from the holidays that were played around 1900. Space is limited, reservations are required. Cost: $ 10, $6 children 5 and under, members pay half. Cappon House, 228 W 9th Street, Holland; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123

Dec 26, 27
* CHRISTMAS WEEK AT THE HOLLAND MUSEUM 10 - 5 (Fri, Sat)
Special holiday crafts and activities for families, refreshments and access to all galleries and exhibits. $ 7, $6 senior, $4 student, children 5 and under free, members free. Holland Museum, 31 W 10th St, 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123

Dec 26, 27
* CHRISTMAS WEEK AT THE CAPPON & SETTLERS HOUSES 1 - 5 (Fri & Sat)
Special holiday crafts and activities for families, refreshments and access to two historic houses, dressed in their Christmas finery. Cost: $7, $6 senior, $4 student, children 5 and under free, members free. Cappon House, 228 W 9th Street, Holland; 616/392-9084 or toll free 888/200-9123