Over the last two years an effort has been under way to merge the Essex County Museum and The Historical Society. The memberships of both organizations have eagerly supported this effort. The benefits of this union will be many.

¨ Increased resource base in a community that is small in number. Resources being both people and money

¨ Eliminate the confusion that exists by having two historical organizations with very similar missions

¨ Decreases the overhead now spent as two organizations in areas of membership, fundraising, publications and advocacy

¨ Allows for collaborative use of the Museum building to benefit both organizations

The mission of the new organization will focus on Historic Preservation of the county's heritage.

This will be accomplished via:

¨ Stimulating exhibits, educational programs, and publications to inspire an interest in further research and appreciation if the unique traditions that are a part of Essex County

¨ Maintaining written and oral records, responding to historical information requests by individuals and institutions and by partnering with other historical societies, government agencies and preservation organizations

 

We urge anyone interested to show their support for the mission of the Essex County Museum and Historical Society by not only by joining but demonstrating their advocacy by encouraging others to do so as well.