7225 Stone Street, Hamburg, MI 48139 810-986-0190 In lieu of the President s Column, please read and enjoy! Our Museum A place of wonder, a place to see. A place to question and let minds run free. What were we before, what we now are? In those long gone days, that we see from afar. What tools were in hand to ease life s working ways. You see right here before you, those on which you gaze. Walk among the days of yore, when we had so much less to use. Simpler and fewer were they, from which we had to choose. From puny lamps and candles, with light so very small. They hardly did enough to dispel the night time pall. From the pot belly stove to heat the room. To the kitchen range for food. To the little house out in the back where the necessary stood. Hamburg Township Historical Society Board of Trustees Wayne Burkhardt, President Vice President open position Joyce Terry Treasurer Sarah Bennett Secretary Members at Large Noralee Burkhardt Culp Pat Toot Golden David Walmroth George Weinhagen Tea Room Director Suzanne Hines Special Projects Joan Borik Jerry Hacke Cheryl Hartland Newsletter Editor Robin Moyer Membership Coordinator Pat Corr Volunteers Carol Baker Lynn Davis Monica Ninteman We made our soap from lye and grease. There was no soap to buy. It did the job but not too well and you didn t dare get some in your eye. New clothes were something special worn only at special times. Patched clothing was the usual, to dispose of was a crime. To travel, slowly as we must, on foot, on horse or buggy. Over pathways round and tween the trees, filled with stones and often muddy. (cont. next page)
Water came from streams or wells or cisterns for the rain. But little bugs swam in that water that often gave us pain. We had to grow our own food or trade to suit our need. We had to sweat and toil at length to supply our animal feed. We tilled the soil at a pace so slow with beasts of burden large. We prayed for rain and sunshine since mother nature was in charge. When we finally learned to communicate with wires and batteries small. We turned the little handles on those boxes on the wall. To go to town was quite a feat for it might be miles to go. However it was worth the effort if there was a fair or show. Our museum has given you a peek of what has been our past. So you can make tomorrow better and make the future last. You see we ve come a long, long way and we ve got some more to go. We hope you work very hard and well and exceed the status quo. We thank you for the care you took, as you wandered through our past. We hope you ll come again with friends. and become a museum enthusiast. 1915 ~ Rules of Conduct for Teachers 1. You will not marry during the term of your contract. 2. You are not to keep company with men. 3. You will not loiter downtown in ice cream stores. 4. You may not travel beyond the city limits without permission. 5. You must be home between the hours of 8 p.m. & 6 a.m. unless attending a school function. 6. You may not ride in a carriage or automobile with a man unless he is your father or brother. 7. You may not smoke cigarettes. 8. You may not dress in bright colors. 9. You may, under no circumstances, dye your hair. 10. You must wear at least two petticoats. 11. Your dresses must not be any shorter than 2 above the ankle. 12. You will keep the schoolroom neat and clean ~ sweep the floor at least once daily ~ scrub the floor at least once a week ~ cean the blackboards once a day ~ start the fire at 7 a.m. so the room will be warm at 8 a.m. Wayne Burkhardt 4-2014 Holiday Closing Dates November 26-29 - Thanksgiving December 24, 2014 - January 2, 2015 Christmas and New Year Open: Mondays 1-4 pm Weds 4-7 pm Sats 11-3 pm
THE MUSEUM TEA ROOM One of the unique features of the Hamburg Historical Museum is its charming Tea Room, located in the building area that was the original Free Methodist Church built in 1865. The menu includes a High Tea and a Snack Tea. The High Tea includes a pot of tea or coffee, a main plate with a chicken croissant sandwich, scone and jam, muffin, fresh fruit and quiche with an assortment of chocolate items for dessert. The cost is $10.00 The Snack Tea includes a pot of tea or coffee as well as an assortment of chocolate items. The cost is $3.00. Reservations are necessary and can be made for two to 30 people. Occasionally, the Museum will sponsor a special event, as in the case of our Witches Hat Tea celebrating Halloween. Tickets are $20.00 and include the High Tea, a witch s hat, goody bag and a presentation on the history of Halloween. There are still seats available for both the October 29 and October 30 dates. The Tea Room décor changes regularly and highlights historical themes and holidays. Of special note is the Christmas décor, which features the Museum collection of vintage toys. Booking for the holidays has begun, so if you are interested in having a holiday party, please contact us as soon as possible. The Tea Room can be rented for private parties, such as birthdays, showers and business meetings. The cost is $50.00 if you bring your own food. Upcoming events at the Tea Room include fine art displays, golf putting challenges, visiting the 1893 Columbian Exposition with original glass plate photos and coffee table book as well as author book signings. For more information contact Suzanne Hines at 586-904-9346 or suzanne@pendragon-design.com. UP and Coming! Witch s Hat Tea Wednesday, October 29 th, Thursday, October 30 th at 1 p.m. $20.00 space is limited ~ reserve early! Links and Numbers Hamburg Historical Museum: http://hamburg.mi.us/hamburg_historical_museum/i ndex.html Help Raise the Roof!: go-fund-me site http://www.gofundme.com/c50fh4 Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/hamburghistoricalmus eum? To reach the Hamburg Museum: Call: 810 986 0190 "For Tea Room Reservations" Call Suzanne Hines: 586-904-9346 Have a Smart Phone? Check out our new QR Code!
2013-2014 MEMBERS HAMBURG TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY Carl & Susan Dorothy J. Charlotte Gladys Carol Sarah Bill Bob & Jane Margaret Wayne & Lee Ed & Cathy John & Anne Donna Kevin & Pat Gerald & Lynne Joe Fred & Helen Martha Pat Joan Jacob Joyce Gerald & Shirley Eleanor Virgil & Connie Gerald Kent Jeff Paulette Cheryl Robert & Elizabeth Karen Chad & Suzanne Patricia Jeanette M. Marie Cindy Joe & Shirley Janet Steven John & Julia Bruce & Michelle Laureen Koch Kevin Jim & Colleen Frank & Monica Virgil & Carolyn Jack & Joyce Judy David George & Ann Mark & Jane Ken & Alice Argiroff Aschenbrenner Austin Baile Baker Bennett Binkelman Bowers Bowland Burkhardt Colone Colone Cook Corr Culp Davis DeFrancesco Dombrowski Donner Eugster Fisher Gallup Garrett Garrett Hacke Hall Harmon Harp Hartland Herbst Herche Hines Hughes Johnson Kangas Krebs Maguire Mendler Meyer Miller Milliken Mohn Mudar Nauta Neilson Ninteman Ramey Rickelmann Terry Wafle Walmroth Weinhagen Wilson Winkelman Answers to last month s trivia questions. 1. How many phones and where are they? There are 9! One in the Barber Shop, two in the Main Gallery and SIX in the Train Room. 2. What is our common symbol? The Steam Engine. 3. How many towns/villages in the train display? FOUR: Hamburg, South Lyon, Howell and Ann Arbor. Tea Room High Tea available by reservation. Are you seeking someplace unique and different to hold your Holiday Party or special event? Please consider our Tea Room where we can serve a Tea designed to fit YOUR needs! Call 586-904-9346!
Help preserve and present the History of Hamburg. Join The Society Today! Name Address City State ZIP Phone Hm Cell Email address Museum Gift Shops Looking for an inexpensive, but still unique gift for a special someone? Check out the Museum Gift Shop for a variety of wonderful gifts. You will be sure to find something for everyone on your list! Additionally, do please check out the Basement Treasures, our ongoing resale shop. Lots of items at your price! Cleaning out closets and drawers? We are always looking for new treasures! Your donations are tax deductible Annual Dues: Circle One: Individual~$15.00 Family~$20.00 Business~$40.00 Student~$ 2.00 Lifetime Membership $200.00 Please make checks payable to: The Hamburg Township Historical Society PO Box 272, Hamburg, MI 48139 Or better yet, just drop it off at the Museum: We d love to see you!