Reclaiming the village through cultural liberation by holding spaces for internal transformation, healing arts & birthing justice.
To preserve, present, and interpret the history and culture of the Copper Country of Michigan, with emphasis on Houghton County and copper mining, processing and transportation.
Volunteer opportunities include: Administrative/Data Entry, Baking Cookies for Events, Assisting at Events, Field Work (pruning, sweeping, mowing, trash pick up), Conducting Trail User Surveys, Making Deliveries (Posters, brochures, newsletters), Preparing Mailings, Gardening/Invasive Species Removal, Fundraising and Grant Writing, Volunteering for State and Bijou Theatre Shifts, Serving on the Board of Directors, Marketing, and Other opportunities.
Opportunities include: Legal, Marketing/Public Relations, Graphic Design, Accounting, Engineering, and Mapping/GIS.
Provide and promote a trail network that enriches people and communities throughout the greater Traverse region
Many short term visitors stay in hotels, but weekend or dinner hospitality with local people is often a major highlight of their time in this country. We ask you to host a meal (homemade or otherwise), with casual conversation. (We are VERY open to a broad interpretation of this). This gives visitors a glimpse into…
Guests are included in your activities to personally experience life as a local in Kalamazoo. Staying in a home gives visitors a peek into everyday life here. International visitors have enjoyed the farmer’s market, school sporting events, family reunions, museums, nature hikes, and more. Responsibilities include providing a bedroom with a bed, breakfast and dinner,…
To enrich local community with global diversity, one relationship at a time and to enhance cultural competence and to promote intercultural and professional exchange between Kalamazoo, West Michigan and the world
We also welcome volunteers to continue maintenance, including painting, carpentry, and similar activities. The restoration project was completed by many volunteers, and a professionals when they were necessary.
Volunteer may become docents, when the house reopens for tours in 2021.