On display at the Holland Museum beginning August 12, 2022
In 1848, residents of Holland, MI worked to establish the colony’s first post office in order to communicate with the world and serve its growing population. The postal service was essential for residents, as it was the only way of connecting with loved ones. The community gained its own federally built post office in 1915 that emphasized the city’s continual prosperity. Today this building continues to serve the community as the home of the Holland Museum.
Opening in August, Greetings from Holland, MI: Origins & Impact of the Local Post Office will describe the evolution of Holland’s postal service from its trying beginnings to the construction of its first federal building.
Join us Thursday, August 11 from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Holland Museum for the opening of this exhibit. The Summer Intern Council, eight young professionals who developed Greetings from Holland, MI under the mentorship of Museum staff, will be presenting on 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.
En 1848, los residentes de Holland MI, trabajaron para establecer la primera oficina de correo de la colonia para comunicar con el resto del mundo y servir a su población en desarrollo. El servicio postal fue esencial para residentes, porque fué la única manera de conectar con seres queridos. La comunidad obtuvo su propia oficina de correos construida de manera federal en 1915 que enfatizó la constante prosperidad de la ciudad. Hoy en día, este edificio continúa sirviendo a la comunidad como el propio lugar del museo de Holland.
Abriendo en agosto, Greetings from Holland, MI: Origins & Impact of the Local Post Office va describir la evolución del servicio postal de Holland desde su comienzo difícil hasta la construcción de su primer edificio federal.
The Holland Post Office in 1972.
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