CASS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

DOWAGIAC, MI

The Cass County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Dowagiac, Michigan. Founded in 1899, the society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Cass County and its people.

The society's headquarters is a historic building located in downtown Dowagiac that was originally built in 1860 as a church. The building has been renovated and expanded over the years to include a research library, archives, and museum exhibits.

The research library contains a wide variety of historical materials, including books, newspapers, photographs, and genealogy records. The archives hold a collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs related to Cass County's history.

The museum exhibits focus on various aspects of Cass County's history, including agriculture, industry, and Native American culture. There is also a special exhibit dedicated to the Underground Railroad, which highlights the area's role in assisting escaped slaves during the Civil War era.

In addition to maintaining its headquarters and collections, the Cass County Historical Society also organizes educational programs and events throughout the year. These include lectures, tours, and special exhibits that help to promote awareness and appreciation of the county's rich history.

CASS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DOWAGIAC MI. US MID #8402600506

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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CASS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
22930 FOSDICK ST
DOWAGIAC
MI
49047

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