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Located on
the second floor is the Cline-Keller Library, established for the purpose of
collecting genealogical and historical archival materials used for research.
The collection is made up of maps, photographs, family histories, city
directories, cemetery records, yearbooks, files full of general business,
organizational and community events, and other publications related to the
local heritage. The Historical Society receives requests for local information
from all corners of the world. Questions have even been answered from
descendants of General Joseph Bartholomew.
Some library guidelines are as follows:
- A $5.00 contribution for library use is greatly appreciated.
- Research for non-members is a minimum $15.00 contribution.
- Copies are 25¢ per page.
- Shipping and handling fees also apply.
- Because our photo collection is irreplaceable, non-members
are accessed a $25.00 non-refundable contribution at the time of checkout for
the first photo.
- The price is $15.00 for members. For each additional photo
checked out, $5.00 is required.
- BCHS staff must sign out each photo and photos must be
returned within a week of check out.
Presenting captivating educational programs for
the community is exciting and challenging for our staff and volunteers. A
special hands-on activities table has been created in the Early Settlers
exhibit to provide an opportunity for children and children at heart to
"explore history beyond their own life's
experience." With advance notice, a
variety of programs can be developed for schools and organizations in addition
to the Museum tours.
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