Dear Friends,
The original homestead of the Eleazar Morton Family is now the magnificent Morton House Museum. It is home to many historical artifacts and records that document how a leader ensured the success of the Benton Harbor community as a growing, strong city. It is more than just brick and mortar. Its walls tell stories of leadership, pride and progress within the community.
The Morton House Museum strives to educate adults and children about life in 19th and 20th century Michigan, as the city of Benton Harbor grew from a small pioneer settlement into a thriving and wealthy city. Our mission is fulfilled by:
- The preservation, exhibition and interpretation of the Museum’s 1849 building, collections, and documents; and
- Providing tours, traveling exhibits, in-school programs, lectures and special events.
But no mere house allows a community to learn about their heritage. It is dedicated people who provide these opportunities. And friends of the Morton House Museum have a passion for passing down the history of Benton Harbor’s expansion and progress. They are the keepers of our history and the educators of our youth. Last year alone the Museum was able to reach over 500 area school children!
If you have been a Morton House Museum member and supporter, we certainly want to THANK YOU and ask that you continue your support by renewing your membership for 2009. If you have not been a member in the past, now is the perfect time to join the Morton House Museum. Our basic yearly membership levels include individual, family, student and senior citizen memberships.
And there are plenty of opportunities beyond the basic membership level. Assist us in providing programs that teach children about leaders past, in hopes of inspiring more in the future. Where there are walls, show them safety. Where there are floors, show them opportunity. Where there are heirlooms, show them success.
Please consider one of the membership levels that most fits your needs and join the growing family of friends that regard the Morton House Museum as a cultural center of learning. Be sure to complete and return the attached membership form with your check. On behalf of Morton House Museum Board of Directors, please accept our heartfelt gratitude.
