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Wayne Historical Museum gets grant, plans events; curator and volunteers noted
Summary
The historical commission reported a $15,000 MI250 grant to install a door for the 1928 fire engine "Old Betsy," growth in the museum's online engagement and several upcoming public workshops and teas.
Claudia Buckalew, chair of the Wayne Historical Commission, updated council on the Wayne Historical Museum during the Aug. 4 meeting. She said the museum received a $15,000 MI250 grant to install a door so a restored 1928 fire engine known as "Old Betsy" can be moved into the museum and driven out for events.
Buckalew said the museum's Facebook page has approximately 13,600 followers and that the site receives strong traffic. She highlighted the CatalogueIt online archival platform, explained how to find Wayne photos and records there, and described growing museum membership (annual $15; lifetime $150).
Upcoming museum events listed at the meeting include craft workshops on Sept. 24-26 (witch's hat creation), an Oct. 1 potion-bottle workshop, and two "Witches Brew" teas on Oct. 18 and Nov. 1; the teas' tickets are $45 and were reported to be nearly sold out. Museum volunteers and students from William Ford Vocational Technical Center prepare food for the teas, Buckalew said.
Buckalew thanked council, the city manager, the DPW and the historical society volunteers for support and invited residents to visit; she also noted new carpet and flooring in the museum and its revised hours (Wednesdays and Thursdays, noon to 6 p.m.). Council members praised the museum's outreach and online presence.
Why it matters: The grant will enable improved public access for a restored historic fire engine and supports the museum's role in preserving and presenting local history. The museum's program schedule offers community engagement and fundraising opportunities.
