The Heritage Connection
By The Tower Heritage Center
The Heritage ConnectionSep 22, 2023
#18 - Washington County and the Civil War
This week’s episode discusses Washington County’s role and participation in the Civil War.
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#17 - "Meet" the Hall of Fame's Class of 2023
Get to know this year's class of inductees to The Achievement Hall of Fame!
Do you know of someone who you think should be in the Class of 2024? Learn more about the exhibit and nominate someone here.
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#16 - Mr. Kennedy Goes to Washington (County)
Did you know that John F. Kennedy visited West Bend, Wisconsin in February 1960? This episode brings that visit to life - tune in to hear all about it!
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Heritage Connection Announcement
Hello, Heritage Connection listeners! We wanted to give you an update on the status of the show and we'll see you real soon!
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#15 - Getting to Know...Bella Bussey, Freelance writer and contributor to our blog, The Tower Chronicle
Bella Bussey is an inventive freelance writer specializing in crafting digital media content. She’s a UW Madison alum and natural-born creative writer. Bella is passionate about engaging the stories of the past with the present to ensure their preservation in the future. Join us as we dive into her experiences and learn more about her endeavors.
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#14 - Autumn Fun at The Tower Heritage Center
Hear details of our exciting fall calendar!
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#13 - Teen Academy Miniseries - Day 6/Outreach
Don't miss the conclusion of our Teen Academy Miniseries as our participants reflect on their time in the program and discuss ways museums and historical societies can bring their mission to their communities.
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#12 - Teen Academy Miniseries - Day 5/Historic Preservation
In the penultimate episode of this miniseries, our Teen Academy participants Hannah, Anthony, and Jocelyn are going to enlighten us about the captivating world of historic preservation as well as the skill of adaptability.
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#11 - Teen Academy Miniseries - Day 4/Programming
In this episode, we're exploring the dynamic field of programming within museums and historical societies. Teen Academy participants Hannah, Anthony, and Jocelyn are here to share their experiences.
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#10 - Teen Academy Miniseries - Day 3/Curating
As we continue our Teen Academy Miniseries, we're exploring the exciting world of exhibit curation in museums and historical societies. Joining us once again are our Teen Academy participants Hannah, Anthony, and Jocelyn.
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#9 - Teen Academy Miniseries - Day 2/Oral History
7/14/2023 - As we continue our Teen Academy Miniseries, we dive into the captivating world of oral history. Our Teen Academy participants Hannah, Anthony, and Jocelyn join to share their insights.
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#8 - Teen Academy Miniseries - Day 1/Museums & Research
6/30/23 - Meet the three talented participants of our inaugural Teen Academy and hear their take on the realm of museums and research and why they value respect. You Make Our Work Possible!
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# 7 - Getting to Know...Joe Zaremba, President of the Washington County Historical Society's Board of Directors
6/16/23 - Joe Zaremba’s passion for history, music, and community involvement has shaped his remarkable journey. Join us as we dive into his experiences and learn more about his endeavors.
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#6 - Getting to Know...Communications Coordinator Bridgette Becker
6/2/23 - Check out the first entry into our new “Getting to Know You” series. Join us as we explore the intersection of history, communication, and the aspirations of a young professional who is helping folks appreciate the rich tapestry of the past.
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#5 - Summer Fun at The Tower Heritage Center
5/19/23 - Hear details of our exciting summer calendar! You Make Our Work Possible!
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#4 - History on the Rocks (Pt. 2)
5/5/23 - Did you know the fifth largest diamond discovered in the United States was found right here in Washington County, Wisconsin? Learn all about it in the conclusion of this two episode arc.
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#3 - History on the Rocks (Pt. 1)
4/21/23 - Did you know we have a meteorite in our collection? You can see it at the 1889 Courthouse Museum! Learn all about it in part one of this two episode arc.
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#2 - Preservation Funding for Historic Structures
4/7/23 - Our special guest Steve Stuckey joins the show to discuss The Tower Heritage Center’s Rural Homestead and Small Town Preservation Grant.
Show Notes
Rural Homestead and Small Town Preservation Grant:
- Terms and conditions: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dz5Svcg973ipdurDEkDHeWF4VuQCFqDr/view
- Tier 1 application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc32o7AzcCO1kTXrebG_JCfPPATwEkc9OiO3pjFA6NlCCf5ZA/viewform
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#1 - Taking Care of Your Family Treasures
3/24/23 - In the first episode of The Heritage Connection, we discuss practical ways to take care of your family treasures at home.
Episode 1 Resource List
ARCHIVAL MATERIAL SOURCES
- Boxes, storage materials: gaylord.com, universityproducts.com, & hollingermetaledge.com
- Polyester sheet protectors in many configurations and sizes: printfile.com
- Local Craft Stores – Check the scrapbooking section for polyester sheet protectors, twill tape in the fabric department (wide is better), polyester batting and unbleached muslin for textile storage
BOOKS
- Book Repair: https://bookman-jim.biz/
- Phase box (custom box for protection) for books: https://www.nps.gov/museum/publications/conserveogram/19-23.pdf
SILVER
- Silver cloth source: nancysilver.com
- Calcium carbonate source and silica gel source: amazon.com
- How to polish silver with calcium carbonate: https://www.canada.ca/en/conservation-institute/services/conservation-preservation-publications/canadian-conservation-institute-notes/precipitated-calcium-carbonate-silver-polish.html
TEXTILES
- Padded Hanger Tutorial (there are many ways to make a padded hanger, this is one of the simplest):https://maas.museum/app/uploads/2017/02/how_to_create_a_padded_coathanger.pdf
PROFESSIONAL HELP
- Find a Conservator (American Institute for Conservation): https://www.culturalheritage.org/about-conservation/find-a-conservator
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