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Attention Library Patrons! Historic House Tour

Attention Library Patrons!

Historic House Tour with Herrick District Library 

Attention all library patrons! Herrick District Library & the Holland Museum are teaming up for a special historic house tour of the Cappon and Settlers Houses.

Explore the rich history behind these community treasures during this exclusive evening tour designed just for library patrons. Tours begin at 6:30 pm and check in will be at the Cappon House Visitor Center.

Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as we will be walking between locations. Registration for this event can be found on the library’s website.  

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
6:30 to 8 pm
Cappon House Visitors Center
Free for Patrons of the Herrick District Library

Registration available starting March 31, 2026 at the Herrick District Library website. 

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Herrick District Library (HDL) is delighted to serve its mission to empower our community to connect, discover, and create. HDL serves as the public library for the greater Holland, Michigan area. Over 50% of area residents have a library card and use them often. HDL cardholders check out 25% more materials than are checked out at other libraries across the state! Don’t have a library card yet? Visit either HDL location in person or fill out the online form to obtain a digital library card.

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Cappon House

Cappon House
 228 W. 9th Street
Holland, MI 49423

ABOUT THE CAPPON HOUSE
The historic Cappon House was the home of Holland's first mayor and local tannery proprietor, Isaac Cappon. Built in 1874, it is now partially restored to its appearance in 1900. Visitors to the Cappon House step back in time, immersing themselves in the stories of Isaac Cappon and his large family.

CAPPON AND SETTLERS HOUSE TOURS
During the summer months, June 14 – August 17, the historic houses are open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm-4 pm. Tours happen at 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:15 pm, and 3:15 pm and begin at the Cappon House Visitors Center. In the fall, winter, and spring, tours are available by appointment only. For more information, please contact Loren Stevens at loren@hollandmuseum.org.

GROUP TOURS
Group Tours of 5 or more are available September through May, three to four weeks in advance, by appointment only.
To reserve your tour, please contact Loren Stevens at loren@hollandmuseum.org.

SEASONAL EVENTS
For seasonal events, check out our Events page.

ADMISSION
The cost includes tours of the Cappon House and the Settlers House.
Tours begin at the Cappon House Visitor Center.

$10.00 for adults
$8.00 for senior adult
$5.00 for students with a valid college ID and kids 6-18
FREE: Holland Museum members and children ages 5 and under are free.
$1.00 Museums for All admission (EBT or WIC card holder, $1.00/person, up to 4 people per card).

ACCESSIBILITY
The Cappon House is handicapped accessible via the back door. Please let the receptionist know if you need to use this entrance and they will make sure you have access. This historic home is only handicapped accessible on the ground level, but there are photos of each room upstairs if you are unable to reach the second floor.

PARKING
Street parking is available along 10th Street, Washington Avenue, and on the north side of 9th Street.

MUSEUM BUILDING RENTALS
For information about Museum building rentals, please contact David Hawley-Lowry at dhawley@hollandmuseum.org

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