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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of America through conversations with guests from around the U.S. Each episode dives deep into the invaluable work of state and local Museums, Historical and Genealogical Societies. These dedicated organizations are the unsung heroes, preserving our heritage and culture one community at a time. From bustling cities to small towns, they safeguard our collective past for future generations. Discover how these vital institutions, our ”Preservation Oaks,” ensure our stories live on.
Episodes
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Preservation Oaks is all about showcasing the coolest Museums, Genealogical and Historical Societies across the U.S. Recently, we featured the Friends of Historic Meridian and the Meridian Historical Village in Okemos, Michigan! In this episode, Sean Radcliff, the creator of Preservation Oaks, chats with Ms. Holly Cordill. She let us know all the amazing stuff the organization does and how you can get involved. Tune in to discover more about them, what they offer, and how you can join the fun! Don't miss out!
The Friends of Historic Meridian is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Organization:
Website: meridianhistoricalvillage.org
Email: meridianhistoricalvillage@gmail.com
Address: 5151 Marsh Rd, Okemos, Michigan
Phone: (517) 347-7300
Mail: Friends of Historic Meridian - P. O. Box 155, Okemos, MI 48805-0155
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Preservation Oaks is all about showcasing the coolest Museums, Genealogical and Historical Societies across the U.S. Recently, we featured the Copper Range Historical Society and Museum in South Range, Michigan! In this episode, Sean Radcliff, the creator of Preservation Oaks, chats with awesome guests Jean Pemberton, Janet Kokko, and Donna Laux. They're letting us know all the amazing stuff about the history of the area, about what the Society does and how you can get involved. Tune in to discover how you can join the fun! Don't miss out!
The Copper Range Historical Society and Museum is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Society:
Contact information:
Website: https://www.pasty.com/crhm/
eMail: copperrangehistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Facebook: Copper Range Historical Museum
Address: 44 Trimountain Ave., P.O. Box 148, South Range, MI 49963
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and history focused Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Fighting Falcon Military Museum and the town of Greenville Michigan were highlighted. Mrs. Megan Smith was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Museum, the services it offers, and how you can help, by listening to this interview.
The Fighting Falcon Military Museum located in Greenville Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Museum:
Website: thefightingfalcon.com
Facebook: Thefightingfalcon
516 W. Cass Street
Greenville, MI 48838
(616)-225-1940
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum were highlighted. The Director, Brooke Clement was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Library & Museum; these wonderful institutions, by listening to this interview.
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum are truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Museum:
FORD MUSEUM:
https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/
303 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504-5353 - Phone: (616) 254-0400
ford.museum@nara.gov
FORD LIBRARY:
1000 Beal Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 - Phone: (734) 205-0555
ford.library@nara.gov
FACEBOOK: FordPresidentialLibrary - YOUTUBE: GRFordLibraryMuseum
(X): @Ford_Library - Instragram: fordlibrarymuseum
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and historic media Creators across the United States. Recently the Historic Ottawa Beach Society, the Historic Pump House Museum and the town of Holland Michigan were highlighted. The President, Mr. Dan Aument was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Society, the services it offers, and how you can help, by listening to this interview.
The Historic Ottawa Beach Society located in Holland Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Society:
Contact information:
Website: https://www.historicottawabeachsociety.org
Facebook: Search for Historic Ottawa Beach Society
Address: 2282 Ottawa Beach Road, Holland, Michigan
Email: info@historicottawabeachsociety.org
Monday May 20, 2024
Monday May 20, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Hillsdale County Historical Society and the town of Hillsdale Michigan were highlighted. Member of the Board JoAnne Miller and Curator Darin Sheffer were interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Society, the services it offers, and how you can help, by listening to this interview.
The Hillsdale County Historical Society located in Hillsdale Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Society:
Website: www.hillsdalehistoricalsociety.org
Facebook: Hillsdale County Historical Society
Email: hillsdalehistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Mail: P.O. Box 306 Hillsdale, MI 49242
The Will Carleton Poorhouse and the home of the Society is located at 180 N. Wolcott, Hillsdale, MI 49242 is open for special events and for arranged tours.
The Little White House on the Hill is located at the Hillsdale County Fair Grounds at 115 S. Broad St. Hillsdale, MI. 49242 and is open during the Hillsdale County Fair during the last week of September.
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Port Hope Area Historical Society and the town of Port Hope Michigan were highlighted. Mr. Garth Kriewall was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Society, the services it offers, and how you can help, by listening to this interview.
The Port Hope Area Historical Society is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Society:
PHAHS Website: https://historicporthope.org
facebook.com/PortHopeAreaHistory and from there you can use Facebook Messenger to connect with the Society
There is also a sub-node of the historic port hope web site which is the Gladys and R.B Hunter Genealogy Center: Port Hope Genealogy Society (historicporthope.org)
The address of the Port Hope Area Historical Society is: 8016 Portland Ave., Port Hope, MI 48468
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Frankenmuth Historical Association and the town of Frankenmuth Michigan were highlighted. The Director, Heidi Chapman was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Association, the services it offers, and how you can help, by listening to this interview.
The Frankenmuth Historical Association located in Frankenmuth Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Association:
Website: www.frankenmuthmuseum.org
Facebook: FrankenmuthHistoricalMuseum
Facebook Gift shop: called the MuthTradingPost
Email: fhadirector1963@gmail.com
Phone: (989) 652-9701
Address: 613 S. Main St., Frankenmuth, MI., 48734
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Clubs, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Ford Genealogy Club was highlighted. The President, Alex Tolksdorf was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Club, the help it provides to Ford employees, retirees, and their spouses, by listening and sharing this interview.
The Ford Genealogy Club located in Detroit Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Club:
Contact information:
Website: https://www.facebook.com/fordgenealogyclub/
E-mail: atolksdo@ford.com
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Cedar Springs Historical Museum and the town of Cedar Springs Michigan were highlighted. The Historical Museum Director, Sharon Jett was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Museum and how you can help, by listening to this episode.
The Cedar Springs Historical Museum located in Cedar Springs Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the museum:
Website: https://www.cedarspringsmuseum.org/
Facebook: Look for Cedar Springs Historical Museum
Mailing Address: PO Box 296, Cedar Springs MI 49319-0296
Visiting Address: 60 Cedar Street, Cedar Springs MI 49319-0296
E-mail: cedarspringsmuseum@gmail.com
Telephone: 616-696-3335
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Unearth the effects of World War One on American families with the latest episode of Preservation Oaks!
In this captivating installment, Sean navigates the far-reaching impacts of The Great War on U.S. households. Journey back to a pivotal moment in history, where the echoes of conflict reached the shores of America, reshaping lives in profound ways.
Discover the intricacies of joy, sorrow, resilience, and change woven into the domestic tapestry as we unravel the effects of World War I on U.S. families. Join us for a fascinating exploration of how your ancestors were shaped by this transformative era.
If your organization would like to be featured on Preservation Oaks, reach out to us at preservationoaks@gmail.com. Don't miss out on being a part of our journey through the heart of America!
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Berrien County Historical Association and the town of Berrien Springs were highlighted. The Executive Director, Rhiannon Cizon was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Association, the services it offers, and how you can help, by listening to this great episode.
The Berrien County Historical Association located in Berrien Springs Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Association:
The History Center at Courthouse Square
Email: info@berrienhistory.org
Website: https://berrienhistory.org/
Facebook: Look for HistoryCenteratCourthouseSquare
Mailing Address: PO Box 261, Berrien Springs, MI 49103
Physical Address: 313 N. Cass Street, Berrien Springs, MI 49103
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the Beaumier Upper Peninsula Heritage Center and the town of Marquette Michigan were highlighted. The Director, Dan Truckey was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Center, the services it offers, and how you can help, by listening to this interview.
The Beaumier Upper Peninsula Heritage Center located in Marquette Michigan is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
The contact information for the Center:
https://nmu.edu/beaumierheritagecenter/
The Beaumier Center is located in Gries Hall at the corner of 7th Street and Tracy Ave. on the campus of Northern Michigan University.
Phone: 906-227-3212
Email: heritage@nmu.edu
Facebook: BeaumierNMU (Facebook)
Address: 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI, United States, Michigan
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Preservation Oaks highlights Museums, Cultural and Heritage Institutions, Historical and Genealogical Societies, and Media Creators across the United States. Recently the President of the Michigan Willow Run Chapter of the American Rosie the Riveter Association was highlighted. The President, Jeannette Gutierrez was interviewed by Sean Radcliff, creator of Preservation Oaks. Have fun and find out more about the Association, the work it’s doing to honor the Rosies, and how you can help, by listening and supporting them.
The American Rosie the Riveter Association Michigan Willow Run Chapter is truly one of our nation's Preservation Oaks!
CONTACT INFO:
Michigan Willow Run Chapter: http://www.michiganrosies.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MichiganRosies
National organization: http://www.rosietheriveter.net