“Following in LEDA’s Footsteps: Access and Advocacy in Action” was curated and produced by the Holland Museum 2024 Summer Internship Council and is on display from August 9, 2023 through December 1, 2024.  

The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance (LEDA) was an organization that prided itself on establishing a welcome and inclusive environment for people of all ages and backgrounds in the Ottawa County area for over 28 years. Although the organization has unfortunately closed, their legacy has not ended, and it is important to remember LEDA’s impact on our community.

This exhibition, curated by our 2024 Summer Intern Council, celebrates LEDA’s work and the progress through recently acquired newspaper articles, organizational programs, and photographs. Through interactive activities, this exhibition will hopefully encourage the museum’s guests to carry on the precedents that LEDA established.

2024 Summer Intern Council Presentation

This presentation took place on Thursday, August 8 2024 at the Holland Museum for the opening celebration of this exhibit. The Summer Intern Council, made up of nine young professionals who developed the exhibit, Following in LEDA’s Footsteps: Access and Advocacy in Action under the mentorship of Museum staff, presented their work. In addition to sharing the creative process for the exhibit, interns will be talking about their independent projects. Visit the event page for more information.

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Meet Holland Museum 2024 Summer Interns

Back Row (L-R): Tori Lynch, Joseph Le, Daniel Dykstra, Bobby Dotson
Front Row (L-R): Cecelia Hooper , Grace Torrence, Maiya Mashack, Brianna Conway, Lilli Bruxvoort

Intern Biographies

Grace Torrence, Exhibitions Intern

Hello, I am the exhibitions intern and I am a senior at Fordham University in the Bronx. I am pursuing a double major in Art History and Spanish Studies. I am looking forward to learning more about how we present art and continue to think about the best way to create interactive and educational material through exhibitions. I am also excited to learn more about my Dutch American heritage while working at the Holland Museum.

Bobby Dotson, Collections Intern

I am Bobby Dotson and I am the Collections Intern. I’m a senior at Hope College and I am studying History and Political Science. I’ve always had a love for history and desire for museum work so I am thrilled to be joining the team! I am from Canton, MI on the east side of the state near Ann Arbor. Other than History, I really enjoy all things sports especially hockey and I really enjoy heading to the beach to catch a sunset with my friends.

Daniel Dykstra, Youth and Engagement Intern

I am a Hope College Student majoring in Education and History. I was hired as a Youth and Engagement Intern. I love everything sports and anything fitness related. A fun fact about me is that my brain is a human Jukebox!

Tori Lynch, History Interpretation Intern

Hi, I’m Tori Lynch (They/She). I am currently a junior at the University of Michigan and I am the History Interpretation Intern for the Holland Museum. Fun Fact about is that I love roller skating.

Cecelia Hooper, History Interpretation Intern

Hello, My name is Cecelia Hooper. I am one of this summer’s History Interpretation Interns and I am going into my senior year at Mount Holyoke College is MA. I am studying History and Italian and in my free time I enjoy reading and calligraphy.

Maiya Mashack, Education Intern

Hi Everyone! My name is Maiya! I am a recent graduate of Michigan State University with a B.A. In Anthropology with a focus in Law, Justice, and Public Policy. I am an Education intern for the Holland Museum and a proud Plant mom!

Brianna Conway, Communications Intern

Hi, my name is Bri Conway. I am a Senior at Grand Valley State University. I am Studying Advertising and Public Relations with a Minor in Applied Communications. I am the Communications Intern this summer! A couple fun facts about me is that I was born in San Francisco and I have a cat named Cheddar.

Joseph Le, STEAM Learning Intern

Joseph Le aids with Spark!Lab as the STEAM Learning Intern at the Holland Museum. Joseph is a rising junior at Zeeland West High School, participating in Model UN and theatre. Outside of work and school, he enjoys singing karaoke with his friends and playing badminton.

Lilli Bruxvoort, Youth and Engagement Intern

Hi, I’m Lilli! I’m one of the Youth and Engagement Interns. I recently graduated from Trinity Christian College with a degree in English. My favorite book series is The Wizard of Oz, and I love seeing the floral book in Centennial Park!

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