ROCKFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ROCKFORD, MI

Cover story from 80 years ago (1944) At the grocery store check out lanes the magazines and snacks like candy and meat jerky are concentrated while the shoppers are idle in their wait for the cashier. Among the magazines in this photo is National Geographic Magazine with its signature yellow border. Almost no one has personal memories of 1944 when the D-Day photo was snapped, although a few people remember their family members or neighbors who went to the overseas war effort. So when most shoppers roll their carts past the shelves of glossy, color magazines and happen to spot this one, probably they mingle cinematic versions and fragments of history classes during high school or college. As a result the events have a tidy quality of being past-tense, certain and with agreed upon point of view and assessment. However, the people doing the killing and being killed had lives before and after the months they were in harm's way, wearing government issue uniforms. So a truer way to see the cover photo is (a) in color, (b) showing civilians temporarily gathered into a fighting force, and (c) with outcomes largely unknown - to live or die that day and the next and the one after that. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Cover story from 80 years ago (1944) Credit: anthroview

The Rockford Area Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Rockford, Michigan. Established in 1955, the society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of the Rockford area.

The society operates a museum in the heart of downtown Rockford that houses a collection of artifacts and documents that tell the story of the area's past. The museum is open to the public and offers guided tours, educational programs, and special events throughout the year.

In addition to the museum, the Rockford Area Historical Society also maintains a research library that is open to the public by appointment. The library contains a vast collection of historical documents, photographs, and other materials that are available for research and study.

The society is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who work tirelessly to preserve the history of the Rockford area. Members of the society include local residents, historians, and anyone with an interest in the area's past.

Overall, the Rockford Area Historical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Rockford area. Its museum and research library offer a wealth of information and resources for anyone looking to explore the area's rich past.

ROCKFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ROCKFORD MI. US MID #8402600642

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).

Cover story from 80 years ago (1944) At the grocery store check out lanes the magazines and snacks like candy and meat jerky are concentrated while the shoppers are idle in their wait for the cashier. Among the magazines in this photo is National Geographic Magazine with its signature yellow border. Almost no one has personal memories of 1944 when the D-Day photo was snapped, although a few people remember their family members or neighbors who went to the overseas war effort. So when most shoppers roll their carts past the shelves of glossy, color magazines and happen to spot this one, probably they mingle cinematic versions and fragments of history classes during high school or college. As a result the events have a tidy quality of being past-tense, certain and with agreed upon point of view and assessment. However, the people doing the killing and being killed had lives before and after the months they were in harm's way, wearing government issue uniforms. So a truer way to see the cover photo is (a) in color, (b) showing civilians temporarily gathered into a fighting force, and (c) with outcomes largely unknown - to live or die that day and the next and the one after that. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Frogs in full voice at Meijer Garden - reflecting pond A white koi quietly drifts in the foreground while the more common orange ones float to the left in the distance. Almost all the cherry blossoms have dropped, but a few can still be seen across the pond next to the Japanese-style garden. Press L for 'lightbox' to view the clip on a black background.
Soft rain at wetland pond along the boardwalk Rain or shine, winter or summer the nature walk at Meijer Gardens presents a welcome view of undeveloped land as it skirts a long pond surrounded reeds, cattails, and so on. Press L for 'lightbox' to view the clip on a black background.
Drizzle ending, but drops falling off the dock's roof At the far side of the Zig-zag Bridge is a roofed boat landing at the edge of the pond in the Japanese garden, one of 4 or 5 locations around the edges of the pond. This video clip shows some of the spring color as reflected in the smooth surface of the water. Press L for 'lightbox' to view the clip on a black background.
Sheen on the forecourt of the Japanese garden main gate On this mild Sunday afternoon in April the many tropical butterflies loose in the biggest greenhouse continues to draw visitors for near and far. So the parking lots are mostly full and the many gardens to explore have more visitors than at other times of the year, too. A light drizzle dampened the entry into the Japanese-style garden around the time of this photo. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display.
Textures of wood, water, stone and soil salted with petals Looking over the railing of the Zig-zag Bridge this view appears of the rail, planking, and margin of the long pond at the center of the circular path around the Japanese-style garden. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Dozens of poems on boulders appear in the wet This one near the Zig-zag bridge (Yatsu-hashi) reads, Come out bat; birds, Earth itself; hauled off by flowers. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Trillium month in this forest carpet at Aman Park The characteristic woodland triple leaf, triple petal spring flower is abundant for a few weeks, sharing the forest floor with anemone, hepatica, and Virginia Bluebell. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.

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ROCKFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 781
ROCKFORD
MI
49341

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MID # 8402600642
Name ROCKFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 382581469
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.11748, -85.532648
CODES FIPS State Code: 26
FIPS County Code: 081
US Census Tract: 010801
US Census Block: 1040