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Join the FHS on Google +

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To follow  the Fallasburg Historical Society progress join us also on Google+

Just click the link below.

https://plus.google.com/communities/103626474079704714374?sqinv=ZjRMY2pIbm4zU0xOMHBVTWhTaTFvZFFHUFlxajJB

Mark your calendars for the annual Christmas in Fallasburg party on Dec. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A $20 donation is requested to benefit the Fallasburg Historical Society.

The party features a fancy buffet, beverages and music by Hawks & Owls. It is topped off by a bonfire.

It is a once in a lifetime experience as you cross the Covered Bridge into the 1850s pioneer village.

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Fallasburg bazaar vendor line-up & app, set-up info

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Arts/Crafts/Bazaar in the Village of Fallasburg Park

2018

Saturday September 15th and Sunday September 16th

10:00am-5:00pm (both days)

New this year are 30 more signs directing traffic into the village from both west and north entrances  and throughout the park. Once you enter the park, hang a slight right onto the Covered Bridge Road.

These are our vendors who will be located under the tents along the Covered Bridge Rd.  once you cross the Covered Bridge into the historic village.

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Anna Marie-Fairy Houses

Karen Weller-Jewelry

Karen Roden- Chimes

Sandy- Sandy’s Fudge

Kelli Miller- Kelli’s Bags

Larry Rosland- Bird Houses

Marsha Plummer- Soap

Marsha/Doug – Stone Art

Michelle-Antiques/Gifts

Melinda Vandenberg-Clothing

Kayla Shaw-Clothing

Whites Bridge Group- informational

Local author Emma Palova

Local author Emma Palova will have a book  signing of Shifting Sands Short Stories in the one-room schoolhouse from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on  both days. For more info go to EW Emma’s Writings on http://emmapalova.com

Fallassburgh Flats Vintage Base Ball team

Fallassburgh Flats vintage baseball team
The first Fallasburg Today newsletter is out
Nancy Price Stroosnyder with Whites Bridge Historical Society

On Saturday, September 15 only, the Fallassburgh Flats, the 1860’s Vintage Base Ball Club will culminate their season by hosting their annual Fall Finale, The John Wesley Fallass Invitational Vintage Base Ball Tournament in Fallas Field across from the Fallasburg Schoolhouse.  Admission is free.  Preliminary games begin at 10:00AM with semi-final and final games in the afternoon followed by an awards ceremony around 5:00PM.  For more information on the Fallassburgh Flats, and their regular season schedule go to:  fallassburghflats@gmail.com

 

Fallasburg Village Bazaar

 

Vendor app

The Fallasburg Historical Society invites you to join our 2-day Arts/Crafts/Bazaar in the Village of Fallasburg Park, located east of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The event will be host to unique crafts and food booths and is also home to a museum, village and vintage baseball tournaments! We are located in Fallasburg Park, one of Kent County’s most beautiful public parks – the 76-acre park is located on the inspiring Flat River. When you cross the Historic Covered Bridge, into our charming village, you will be taking a step back in time.

We plan to capture some of the annual attendees to the Fallasburg Festival of the Arts, which will be held in the park during the same dates, with estimated traffic of 20,000-30,000! The Fallasburg Fall Festival for the Arts has been voted #39 of the festivals, nationwide, by 2012 readers of Sunshine Artists Magazine, and has been called “a unique event that develops the potential of its extraordinary historical setting”, by http://www.artfaircalendar.com.

Admission AND Parking for the Arts/Crafts/Bazaar is FREE.

Important Dates:

Show Dates: September 15th & 16th, 2018

(One day participation is an option – no discount to booth fees)

Selection Procedure:

A group, comprised of Fallasburg Historical Society board members, will serve as the selection committee to ensure a diverse range of crafters whose work is of original quality and that represents a variety of creative styles for the Village Bazaar. NOTE – if you are in receipt of this application, you are already (pre)qualified by a board member to join us!

Fallasburg Historical Society has a policy to provide equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from all programs, activities and services without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or handicap.

Company/

Artist Name: _____________________________________________________

Contact Phone: _________________ Alternate Phone: _______________________ email address: ___________________________________________________________

Desired Booth Size: Single: __________ Double: __________

Description of items to be offered (check all that apply):

__________ Antiques __________ Shabby Chic

__________ Flea Market __________ Arts and Crafts

__________ Arts and Crafts __________ Clothing

__________ Leather __________ Wood/Woodworking

__________ Glass __________ Metal

__________ Ceramics __________ Toys

__________ Furniture __________ Jewelry

__________ Floral __________ Soaps

__________ Pottery __________ Candles

__________ Other

Please provide a description of merchandise to be sold:

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________

The sale of real weapons, play weapons, drug paraphernalia or alcohol related items is prohibited and the Committee has the right to accept or reject any vendor, articles or display.

Rules:

• Only one crafter (or crafter collaboration) per booth.

• Committee reserves the right to request removal of sale items that are inconsistent with

submitted craft/implied merchandise.

• Booth must be staffed for duration of Arts/Crafts/Bazaar.

• Crafter is required to donate an item valued at $10 or more in addition to booth fee. Such

donation will be used as a fund-raiser for the historical society at a later date- so having your crafter information on item is key for future sales from winner and family of winner.

Village Event is a “rain or shine” event. Crafters should be prepared for inclement weather.

Booth Information:

• Single booth – 12′ x 12′ (physical space of set-up) $50

• Double booth – 12′ x 24′ (physical space of set-up) $100

(limited number of double booths available and will be assigned in the order of receipt of deposits/requests)

• Set-up is Friday, September 14th, 2018, 12:00pm – 8:00pm (if you prefer to set-up on Saturday morning, set-up MUST be complete prior to 10am, when the event opens)

• Securing your booth “after hours” is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. The Fallasburg Historical

Society is not responsible for any loss or damages.

(we will have personnel on- site overnight, but we cannot be held responsible for

securing vendor merchandise)

• Take down is 5pm Sunday, September 16th, 2018 (right after the event)

• Electricity and running water are NOT available

• Generators are NOT allowed

• For crafters only: we have a Historic home designated for your use. It has a bathroom and

limited kitchen to take a break and enjoy your lunch. Again- this is not for public use- we have a bathroom at the one room school-house for your customers.

Parking:

• Vendor parking will be directly behind your booth – to ensure convenient access to your merchandise.

• Guests/Customers will have designated parking areas through the Village.

Waiver/Acceptance:

I/We agree to assume all risk associated with participating in this Bazaar; including, but not limited to, falls, accidents, effects of weather and/or any other loss, cost or damage. By signing this document and/or submitting the entry fee, I/We, agree to waive, release and hold harmless, the Fallasburg Historical Society, sponsors and volunteers from any and all claims, liabilities, demands, loss, cost and expense, of any kind, arising out of my participation in this event. I/We have read and agree to this waiver and will abide by the rules and regulations for the Village Bazaar.

Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ________________

Any questions can be emailed to: michelle_emaus@yahoo.com or call 616-648-0048.

Please submit your application/deposit to:

Arts/Crafts/Bazaar -2018

725 Lafayette St

Lowell, MI 49331

All checks should be made payable to: Fallasburg Historical Society.

September message from FHS president

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Get ready for fall events @Fallasburg

Thank you to all the volunteers and organizers who made the 24TH Annual Covered Bridge Bike Tour a smashing success. For doing your part to help preserve Historic Fallasburg Village with your registrations, thanks to all our riders, the largest turnout in several years.  And, thanks to Mother Nature, you gave us the perfect day for everyone to explore some of West Michigan’s most beautiful scenery.

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FHS president Ken Tamke

As we closed up shop at the end of the event we had much to celebrate.  Again, our gastronomical goodies from volunteers; the “cookie baker network” cookies and the culinary Italian Country-Style meal served al fresco from our Tuscan kitchens, set our bike tour apart.  Not possible to walk away from us hungry!

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There were sore muscles that night amongst the tourers I’m sure, but no injuries-0.  Two blown tires and a broken chain resulted in rides from our SAG Driver (Support and Guidance) back to Fallasburg Village mid-route for a handful.  That was the worst of it.  An earlier meal at the Fallasburg Village Cyclist’s Café the consequence.

The Fallasburg Historical Society was pleased to contribute to the League of Michigan Bicyclists, “$1 Per Rider” program helping promote cycling in our State and make Michigan a safer place to cycle as we have since 2010.

Plan for the 25th Annual Covered Bridge Bike Tour

Next years event, the 25TH Annual Covered Bridge Bike Tour on Sunday, July 7, 2019 will be a milestone.  Planning has already begun after catching our breath from the 24TH.  We always welcome ideas, feedback, and participation as we prepare.  Contact us through our website at www.fallasburg.org

Fall for Fallasburg

September and October are visitor favorites for fall color viewing in Fallasburg Village, and of special note are: Saturday & Sunday, September 15 & 16, and Saturday, October 27.

Fallasburg Village Bazaar set for Sept. 15 & Sept. 16

On Saturday & Sunday, September 15 & 16, the 50TH Fallasburg Fall Festival of the Arts will unfold in adjacent Fallasburg Park. Venture just across the Fallasburg Covered Bridge from the park after art, get a little history, and take a step back in time.  From 10:00AM – 5:00PM both days, the Fallasburg Historical Society Bazaar offers self-guided walking tours of our historic village with free admission to all our museums; the Schoolhouse, the Fallas House, and the Misner House, then come browse our old- fashioned Bazaar of artisans and their crafts under tent.  Enjoy food and refreshments. For more information on the Fallasburg Historical Society, and the Bazaar:  www.fallasburg.org

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Fallasburgh Flats Vintage Base Ball Tournament

On Saturday, September 15 only, the Fallassburg Flats, our 1860’s Vintage Base Ball Club will culminate their season by hosting their annual Fall Finale, The John Wesley Fallass Invitational Vintage Base Ball Tournament in Fallas Field across from the Fallasburg Schoolhouse.  Admission is free.  Preliminary games begin at 10:00AM with semi-final and final games in the afternoon followed by an awards ceremony around 5:00PM.  For more information on the Fallassburgh Flats, and their regular season schedule:  fallassburghflats@gmail.com

Local author Emma Palova book-signing at one-room schoolhouse

Emma Palova will have a book signing of Shifting Sands Short Stories on Sept. 15 & Sept. 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the one-room schoolhouse.  Come and chat with the Czech-born author about her book. You can buy your copy locally. Check EW Emma’s Writings at http://emmapalova.com for more info about the book signing.

Ghost Walk at the Fallasburg village

On Saturday, October 27th, “Boo”!  It’s a “Ghost Walk.”  The Fallasburg Historical Society will be hosting a paranormal investigation in collaboration with the Michigan Paranormal Alliance (MPA). Sign in begins at 6:30PM and runs to 7:00PM at the Fallasburg Schoolhouse.  You will accompany MPA on your “Ghost Walk” from 7:00PM – 9:00PM to investigate/research 3 historic buildings and the Fallasburg Village Cemetery. We have less than 10 tickets left @ $40 each that include your research w/MPA, beverages/snacks, and an event t-shirt. Call 616-560-9109 for tickets.

Christmas in Fallasburg set for Dec. 8

If you’re a “calendar marker, Saturday, December 8, 6:00PM-8:00PM, it’s “Christmas in Fallasburg”, A Community Celebration!  Come for music and merriment at the Fallasburg Schoolhouse, finish in Fallas Field at the Fire!

I share with you a communication we received that sums up the “Fallasburg Experience” whether serendipitous, or scheduled.  Come for a visit and see for yourself!

Sincerely,

Ken Tamke, President

Subject: just happened to be travelling through…

Message:
May 5, 2018

Dear FHS,

Thanks so much for all that you folks have done along the Flat River there in Fallasburg. My wife and I were trying to take a shortcut from I-96 to M91, and we found ourselves just north of Lowell, saw the signs, and thought, “Why not?” The park, bridge, historical community, and especially the road that lead us east out-of-town was the perfect unplanned way to slow down, enjoy, and spend a spring day in our area of Michigan. We eventually found our way to M91 and headed for home in Remus. But, whenever we have the chance, we’ll be sure to revisit Fallasburg again. Keep up the good work! BTW, I’m sending my $5 fine…I think I went faster than a walk! God bless.

 

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24th Covered Bridge Bike Tour

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Cyclists head out on a perfect day

By Emma Palova

EW Emma’s Writings

Fallasburg, MI- On a perfect Sunday, more than 100 bicyclists headed out into the country side for their chosen tour route ranging from 12 to 100 miles.

“It’s been our best turnout yet,” said registrar Tracy Worthington

It was a mix of regulars and newcomers. They all had one thing in common; the love for the area and the charm of the Fallasburg pioneer village.

Also new to the bike tour was Fallasburg Historical Society (FHS) board member Mark Kuzee

“I love this place,” he said.

Follow us through the day to the grand spaghetti dinner finale at the Misner House. The dinner will be served until 3 p.m.

Like us on Facebook and Twitter.

Also for more info go to our blog Fallasburg Today @fallasburgtoday.com and our website http://www.fallasburg.com.

Also check out our brand new video “Guardians of Fallasburg History ” on YouTube at https://youtu.be/DKw3aEQrzS4

The next FHS event will be the Fallasburg Village Bazaar on Sept. 15 & 16.

We are looking for vendors. Don’t miss on this opportunity to shine. Contact Michelle Emaus.

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24th Annual Covered Bridge Bike Tour

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Mark your calendars

Join us for the 24rd Annual Covered Bridge Bike Tour!

Pedal through the beautiful countryside at your own pace.

Date: Sunday, July 8, 2018

Fallasburg historic village is located three miles north of Lowell, Michigan.

Registration: At the school house from 7-9 a.m.
You can also register online by filling out the form below on the Fallasburg website:

http://www.fallasburg.org

For application and waiver go to: http://www.fallasburg.org/bike-tour/

Start location: 13944 Covered Bridge Road, Lowell, MI 49331

Tour options (in miles): 12, 28, 40, 50, 62, 78, 100

Registration fee: $25 for individuals / $35 for family
After deadline (July 2): $30 for individuals / $40 for family

More information: Ken Tamke 616-682-0785 kentamke@comcast.net

Directions to Fallasburg from Lowell:
North approximately 3 miles to Fallasburg Park Drive.
Right to entrance to park.
Angle right on Covered Bridge Road.
Over covered bridge to school house. Park in field across the street.
*Look for county signs alerting you to the Park/Bridge/Historic Village.

Bike Tour Release & Registration

Please submit this form to register if you are not using Paypal.
You may also print this page & bring it to the event or mail it to:
Ken Tamke
215 Greentree Ct NE
Ada, MI 49301-9709
Disclaimer form

All participants must sign the release at the event. (See below.) Payment is for registration purposes only.

Release:
As a participating rider in the Covered Bridge Bike Tour, I understand that:
Riding a bicycle on public streets can be dangerous to my personal safety.
I will wear an ANSI or SNELL approved helmet during the tour.
I will ride according to vehicle codes.
The routes will be over public streets and road exposed to traffic. Some may have cracks, potholes, manhole covers, drainage gates, poorly-maintained railroad crossings, loose gravel, foreign objects and aggressive animals.
I understand that none of the sponsors or organizers can guarantee my safety while participating in such an event.

Parent/guardian signature required for applicants under 18 years. Riders under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.

By signing/submitting this form, I agree to release from liability the Fallasburg Historical Society, the organizers, the sponsors and the workers for any injuries or harm sustained as a participant in this tour.

  • Name *
    First
  • Last
  • Address

    Street 

    CityState / Province / RegionPostal / Zip Code

    Email *

  • Phone
  • Please select:
  • Individual Rider
    Family
  • Please list rider names & ages.
    Riders in my party are:

    Registration form

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Great finds at Fallasburg village

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Historical team finds forgotten treasures, a historian’s dream

By Emma Palova

Fallasburg, MI – During the recent digital cataloging of Fallasburg artifacts, the historical team discovered forgotten treasures from Vergennes Township.

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The treasure hunters: Lisa Plank, Ken Tamke and Calvin intern Grace Bolt.

These included  a remarkable collection of Women’s Committee for the National Council of Defense index cards filled out by women from Vergennes Township in support of World War I in 1917. The Vergennes Township Clerk/Registrar was responsible for undertaking this survey and completing the index cards from women in the community. The collection includes many recognizable names in the community.

Fallasburg Footprints
WWI support cards

Calvin College history intern Grace Bolt resumed the painstaking process of entering the data for Fallasburg artifacts at the Lowell Area Historical Museum (LAHM).  She was working under the mentorship of Lisa Plank (LAHM) executive director and Ken Tamke, Fallasburg Historical Society (FHS) president for 14 weeks.

This was the third year of digital cataloging of Fallasburg artifacts in cooperation with  the Calvin College History Department.

“I was familiar with the process of entering stuff like description, dimensions, pictures and saving it,” Bolt said.

Bolt got hands on experience doing museum work as she helped to get the collection organized and to be a part of preserving history.

“This is a historian’s dream out here,” she said about Fallasburg village. “Everything is digitally captured.”

“This will also make the collection accessible to the public,” said Tamke. “Many forgotten treasures were rediscovered in our schoolhouse files.”

The other great finds were Vergennes Women’s Cooperative yearbooks, Flaunting a forgotten era, old leather-bound property tax ledgers, accounting ledgers, and log books of school board minutes, some dating back to the late 1800s.

The Vergennes Women’s Cooperative archives of yearbooks go back to 1850.

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FHS president Ken Tamke holds a box with Women’s Cooperative yearbooks.

“It’s a  valuable cache of Vergennes Township history,” said Tamke.

These items were stored in the basement of the Misner House.  They sat there until 2007 or 2008, safe, but not in a climate controlled environment.

“We noticed signs of deterioration,” he said. “We did retain some of the historical treasures in the schoolhouse.”

Now, the historical treasures will remain in a climate controlled environment stored in proper boxes.

Plank said it was an opportunity for Fallasburg to get their collections organized.

“It benefited all sides,” said Plank. “Fallasburg will have proper archival storage.”

Both FHS and LAHM with digital cataloging have more resources available now.

The largest collection of the WWI support cards is at the  Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council.

For more info go to https://www.ggrwhc.org/projects/wwi/

or

Grand Rapids Public Library

https://grpl.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p16055coll5

The Fallasburg Historical Museum, the one-room schoolhouse opens for the season on June 3rd from 2 to 4 p.m. Plan your visit today.

 

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FHS annual meeting

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Mark your calendars for the Annual General Meeting of the Fallasburg Historical Society (FHS) on Monday, June 18th.

The meeting will be held at the Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce at 7 p.m.

The purpose of the Annual General Meeting is to identify and to present to the general membership, a slate of candidates for election to the FHS board.

“Additionally, it is a forum for our membership to lend its voice and to get involved,” Ken Tamke, FHS president said. “Please join us to help preserve historic Fallasburg Village.”

The one-room schoolhouse museum opens for the season on June 3rd from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.  It will be open every Sunday through September. Plan your visit with us this summer and fall.

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Spring into the Past museum tour

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Visit Fallasburg pioneer village during your museum tour

Fallasburg, MI – As you plot your museum tour this weekend, stop by in the Fallasburg pioneer village just three miles north of Lowell.

Just cross the Covered Bridge into the 1837 village founded by John W. Fallas. You will have stepped back in time.

You will marvel at the historic treasures like the one-room schoolhouse, the Misner House, the John W. Fallas House and the Tower Farm & barn, all preserved under the auspices of the  Fallasburg Historical Society (FHS).

“Spring Into the Past” is a tour of the museums of the Tri-River Historical Museum Network in Barry, Eaton, Ionia, Kent and Montcalm counties.

The Tower Barn

“We’re continuing last year’s theme of “Fashions through the Ages” with many new displays as our member museums or historical societies roll out their red carpet to show off the unique history of their communities during this annual event,” said  Tri-River Museums Network spokesperson Judy Gager.

Get a descriptive booklet at any of the museums or plan your tour beforehand by downloading a copy of a map at http://www.commoncorners.com

Visit TriRiver on Facebook, too.

Beach wear, bustles and bridal gowns – a variety of timeless “Fashions Through the Ages” will be visible in the museums of the Tri-River Historical Museum Network during the annual museum tour.

The quaint museums are as versatile as the fashions, located in former vintage homes, meeting halls, stores and depots in small communities throughout the Tri-River Network.

Participating museums in the Spring into the Past Tri-River Museums Network.

“They all are eager to share the history of their community both past and present,” said Gager.

Museum hours are usually also varied, but during this annual event all museums are open the same days and hours so visitors can tour several the same day:  Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm and Sunday from noon to 5 pm.

“Fallasburg always Partakes in this annual tour,” said FHS spokesperson Emma Palova.

Get an informational booklet at any museum. Museums are free, but donations are certainly appreciated!

 

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FHS President’s spring message

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Remembering Mr. Edwin Roth

It is with heavy heart that I write my spring message. Charter member of the West Central Michigan Historical Society, former President of the succeeding Fallasburg Historical Society, and lifetime champion of the cause of preservation, Edwin Roth passed away March 8Th at 98 years old. To say Ed lived life to the fullest would be a vast understatement. His spirit will of course live on, his legacy, one of many, Fallasburg Village today.

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FHS president Ken Tamke

Everyone who knew Ed Roth has a story. His easy-going, self-effacing manner made you comfortable when you were around him, his sense of humor ever-present. I believe we all marveled at his longevity in our individual quests to find the fountain of youth. Ed’s answer was simple, eat right, live clean, and another nugget he shared with me last Christmas with a large smile, “Don’t go to Doctors”! That was Ed.

I wasn’t around when Ed Roth staked the National Historic Site Marker at the John Wesley Fallas house which was undergoing a major restoration in the 1990’s. I was around when Ed accepted the award from the Michigan Barn Preservation Network for “Barn of the Year,” 2014, recognizing the Fallasburg Historical Society’s work on the Tower Barn. These projects, amongst so many others, we’re the labor of Ed Roth’s love, and he maintained a strong and steady hand in all of them. Thank you, Edwin Roth! You are irreplaceable!

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The clipping is from the FHS scrapbook’ circa 1990.

“I ran across some really great stuff,” said FHS president Ken Tamke. “Pretty much all newspaper clippings that chronicle the history of the West Central Michigan Historical Society from the mid-60s and then FHS through the late 90s.”

The historic district status was awarded in 1999.

Calvin College students tour Fallasburg pioneer village

Still in the firm grasp of winter cold, but on a bright and sunny day, the Calvin College History Department’s “Public History” class visited Fallasburg on January 17TH. Professor Kate VanLiere’s students, as part of a month-long intensive study course stopped first at the Lowell Area Historical Museum to get a look at the inside workings of a small museum and a grand tour from Executive Director, Lisa Plank. Then it was on to Fallasburg for a walking tour with yours truly and their outside look at our National Historic District. The group of 30 briefly popped their heads in the door of the Schoolhouse, Misner House, and Fallas House. With FHS’ small museums in hibernation for the winter, and each property unheated, it was actually colder inside than out. Our brisk walk was appreciated and gave our visitors an overview of the entire Village from Fallas Barn to Covered Bridge.

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Calvin College students tour Fallasburg villlage.

FHS gets intern to assist in digital cataloging

For the third consecutive year, the Calvin College History Department has provided a student intern for the Winter/Spring term to assist FHS with our digital cataloging of documents, photographs, and artifacts. Under the tutelage and mentorship of Lisa Plank at LAHM, this year’s intern, Grace Bolt, has focused on the treasures contained in the School. Most remarkable have been the handwritten Attendance Ledgers which chronicle Fallasburg School students, school year by school year, back to the early 1900’s, all completed by the teacher of the day. Grace has painstakingly recorded and photographed the logs. She could now tell you, if you went to Fallasburg School, when you were absent, and what ailed, lots of Chicken Pox, Mumps, and Measles. With a keen interest in Geography as well as History, tech-savvy Grace is working to create an online aerial view map of Fallasburg that highlights all its historic sites, buildings standing or not.

Pictured above Mr. Ed Roth at Lowell Expo 2017 with daughter Jeanne Vandersloot, and FHS members Tracy Worthington and Al Rumbaugh.

Say Hello:

Fallasburg Historical Society, Table #129, at the Lowell Community Expo, Saturday, March 24, from 9AM – 3PM, Lowell High School.

Come Visit:

Fallasburg Village comes out of hibernation, Saturday, 11AM – 5PM & Sunday, 12PM – 5PM, May 5 & 6, the first weekend in May! We’ll participate in the Tri-Rivers Museum Network’s, “Spring into the Past” event. 41 small local museums team up and open up-free of charge!

Sincerely,

Ken

About the feature photo: Mr. Ed Roth with Randy Mouw, Barncats Contractor who fixed the Tower Barn, accepting Barn of the Year award for 2014 from the Michigan Barn Preservation Network.

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