activities · 36
what they do
direct service · 36
- Conduct educational programs and events Living History & Historic Skills EducationHosts various educational programs and events for the community, including interactive craft classes for children (such as wood burning), live animal shows, and the Young Curators program. The organization also offers deep-dive education classes and programs with speakers to share history.
- Conduct guided, self-guided, and private tours Guided Tours and Docent-Led ExperiencesOffers docent-led and self-guided tours lasting 45 minutes to one hour, with options for private or group tours of up to 20 people during operating hours or outside regular hours for larger groups. Multi-session and student-focused tours include interactive wrap sessions.
- Conduct historical interviews and produce content Oral History & Archival DocumentationConducts exclusive interviews with individuals about local historical figures and produces written content based on these interviews.
- Facilitate lapidary education and craftsmanship Lapidary Arts Instruction and RetailOperates a Lapidary Shop at London Bridge Plaza as a teaching environment equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, supporting hands-on learning in gem and mineral crafting.
- Host educational programs and classes for children and students Living History & Historic Skills EducationOffers interactive education programs including the Young Curators program, multi-session tours for up to 60 students (grades 2+), and hands-on craft classes such as wood burning necklace making. Also hosts live animal shows and themed exhibition events for young learners.
- Host educational programs and classes for children and youth Living History & Historic Skills EducationRuns the Young Curators program, hosts interactive craft classes such as wood burning for children, and provides deep-dive education classes and live animal shows to engage young learners with local history and museum collections.
- Host educational programs and events Living History & Historic Skills EducationHosts various educational programs and events, including interactive craft classes for children (e.g., wood burning), live animal shows, and the Young Curators program. Offers deep-dive education classes and programs with speakers to share history with the community.
- Host public events and exhibition openings Living History & Historic Skills EducationOrganizes exhibition opening receptions with guest speakers and unveilings, such as for "Havasu's Sunken Treasure: The Story of Millers Folly," and offers free admission to these events.
- Host the annual Gem & Mineral Roundup Mineral, Gem & Collectibles ShowsHosts an annual 2-day Gem & Mineral Roundup in Lake Havasu City during the second weekend of November, featuring dealers displaying jewelry, gems, and minerals, and club members presenting educational display cases.
- Manage a lending library and publish member communications Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionOperates a lending library for public use and publishes the exclusive LHMH Review newsletter for members, sharing historical content and society updates.
- Operate a Lapidary Shop Lapidary Arts Instruction and RetailOperates a Lapidary Shop near the museum at London Bridge Plaza, providing a teaching environment with state-of-the-art machinery for lapidary arts.
- Operate a Lapidary Shop Lapidary Arts Instruction and RetailOperates a Lapidary Shop near the museum at London Bridge Plaza, providing a teaching environment with state-of-the-art machinery.
- Operate a Lapidary Shop and host gem and mineral events Lapidary Arts Instruction and RetailRuns a Lapidary Shop at London Bridge Plaza as a teaching space with advanced equipment and hosts the annual 2-day Gem & Mineral Roundup in November featuring dealers, educational displays, and club presentations.
- Operate the Lake Havasu Museum of History Historic Site Museum OperationThe organization operates a museum open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, featuring permanent and rotating exhibits, including items related to McCulloch industries and local history, and maintains the facility as a public-facing historical resource since 2005.
- Operate the Lake Havasu Museum of History Historic Site Museum OperationRuns a functioning museum since 2005, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, featuring permanent and rotating exhibits such as the J-2 Gyroplane, McCulloch aviation artifacts, and collections related to local history including the London Bridge and Millers Folly. The museum maintains curated historical items like McCulloch chainsaws, branded cutlery sets, and LP records.
- Operate the Lake Havasu Museum of History Historic Site Museum OperationOperates the Lake Havasu Museum of History, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, featuring permanent exhibits, rotating special exhibits, and a lending library. The museum displays historical items such as the J-2 Gyroplane and hosts exhibits like "Havasu Rocks" and "Havasu's Sunken Treasure."
- Operate the Lake Havasu Museum of History Historic Site Museum OperationOperates the Lake Havasu Museum of History, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, featuring permanent and rotating exhibits, including the J-2 Gyroplane and "Havasu Rocks" exhibit. The museum has been functioning since 2005.
- Organize community events and annual exhibitions Mineral, Gem & Collectibles ShowsHosts exhibition opening receptions with free admission, themed events like "Havasu's Sunken Treasure," and the annual 2-day Gem & Mineral Roundup during the second weekend of November, featuring dealers, educational displays, and club presentations. Also hosts the "Havasu Rocks" exhibit inside the museum.
- Organize educational field trips and excursions Guided Environmental Field TripsPlans and conducts weekly field trips, primarily one-day excursions on Sundays or Mondays, with some overnight trips, running from late Fall through early Spring for members and the public.
- Organize exhibitions and opening receptions Living History & Historic Skills EducationOrganizes comprehensive exhibitions, such as "Havasu's Sunken Treasure: The Story of Millers Folly" and a new exhibit on McCulloch aviation items, offering free admission to exhibition opening receptions.
- Organize field trips Guided Environmental Field TripsOrganizes weekly field trips, primarily one-day excursions on Sundays or Mondays, with some overnight trips, from late Fall through early Spring.
- Organize field trips and off-site excursions Guided Environmental Field TripsPlans and conducts weekly field trips, primarily one-day excursions on Sundays or Mondays, with some overnight trips, running from late Fall through early Spring.
- Preserve and archive local historical materials Oral History & Archival DocumentationCollects, archives, and preserves historical artifacts and documents related to Lake Havasu City, including McCulloch chainsaws, McCulloch Airlines memorabilia, and an LP record about the London Bridge, ensuring long-term access for future generations.
- Preserve and share local history through collections and storytelling Oral History & Archival DocumentationCollects, archives, and preserves historical items and stories related to Lake Havasu City and shares them with future generations through exhibitions, classes, speaker programs, and community outreach.
- Preserve historical items and archives Oral History & Archival DocumentationCollects, archives, and preserves historical items related to Lake Havasu City, such as McCulloch chainsaws, McCulloch Airlines branded disposable cutlery sets, and an LP record about the London Bridge. Provides access to curated images and digital artifacts from its archives for members and plans to provide broader archive access.
- Preserve historical items and archives Oral History & Archival DocumentationCollects, archives, and preserves historical items related to Lake Havasu City, including McCulloch chainsaws, McCulloch Airlines branded disposable cutlery sets, and an LP record about the London Bridge. The organization also provides access to curated images and digital artifacts from its archives for members and plans to expand archive access.
- Produce historical content Oral History & Archival DocumentationProduces written content about local historical figures through interviews, such as an exclusive interview with Vicki Webster about artist Dale Webster.
- Provide a lending library Library Access & Lending ServicesProvides access to a lending library.
- Provide access to digital archives and library resourcesOffers members access to curated digital images and artifacts from the museum’s archives and maintains a lending library for public use.
- Provide guided and self-guided museum tours Guided Tours and Docent-Led ExperiencesOffers docent-led and self-guided tours lasting approximately 45 minutes to one hour, with options for multi-session tours for up to 60 students (grades 2 and above), group tours of up to 20, and private tours available during or outside regular hours.
- Provide museum tours Guided Tours and Docent-Led ExperiencesOffers self-guided and docent-led guided tours of the museum, approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour in length, including interactive sessions for young learners. Accommodates group tours of up to 20 individuals during operating hours, and multi-session tours for up to 60 students, primarily for grades 2 and above. Private tours are also available for larger groups or outside regular operating hours.
- Provide museum tours Guided Tours and Docent-Led ExperiencesOffers self-guided and docent-led guided tours of the museum, approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour in length, including interactive sessions for young learners. The museum accommodates group tours of up to 20 individuals during operating hours and provides multi-session tours for up to 60 students, primarily for grades 2 and above, as well as private tours for larger groups or outside regular hours.
- Provide public access to historical archives and digital resources Oral History & Archival DocumentationOffers members access to curated images and digital artifacts from the museum’s archives, with plans to expand archive access more broadly. Also produces written content and conducts interviews on local historical figures, such as artist Dale Webster.
- Publish a member newsletterPublishes an exclusive newsletter called the LHMH Review for its members.
- Publish a newsletter Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes an exclusive newsletter called the LHMH Review.
- Publish member newsletter Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionProduces and distributes the LHMH Review, an exclusive newsletter for members.
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how they think
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- Community Education on Local History and Heritage community_historical_educationThe organization educates its members and the broader community about the history, creation, and development of Lake Havasu City, including its geological aspects, through various programs and docent-led explorations, to foster an appreciation for historical heritage.
- Cultural Preservation and Storytelling through Artifacts and Oral Histories cultural_preservation_and_storytellingThe organization believes in the preciousness of local culture and aims to share artifacts, photographs, stories, and personal interviews with future generations to preserve and share regional history.
- Digital Access to Historical Archives digital_archive_accessProvides ongoing public access to historical information through the regular updating and maintenance of a digital archive database, ensuring preservation and broad availability of historical records.
- Digital Archiving for Ongoing Access digital_archive_accessThe organization regularly updates a digital archive database to provide ongoing access to historical information, ensuring the longevity and accessibility of its collections.
- Docent-Led Educational Outreach docent-led educationEnhances historical education by offering docent-led explorations that expand on school curricula and deepen understanding of the Lake Havasu City area's history.
- Docent-Led Historical Education docent-led educationThe organization expands on history curriculum through docent-led explorations of the Lake Havasu City Area's history, providing in-depth educational experiences.
- Documenting Regional History Through Oral Interviews oral_historyThe organization preserves and shares regional art history by conducting personal interviews with family members of local historical figures, capturing firsthand accounts and perspectives.
- Educating the Community on Local History and Heritage historical_educationThe organization educates present and future generations about the significance of Lake Havasu City's creation and development, utilizing docent-led explorations, live demonstrations, and the sharing of artifacts and stories to foster an understanding of historical heritage.
- Engaging Youth Through Hands-On Curatorial Programs youth_engagement_programThe organization engages youth by offering recurring curatorial programs that provide hands-on experience in museum work, fostering an understanding of historical preservation and exhibition development.
- Engaging Youth in Historical Education and Curation youth_engagement_and_experiential_learningThe organization engages young people through hands-on programs, including curatorial experiences and interactive workshops, to educate them about local history and foster an understanding of historical preservation.
- Engaging Youth in Historical Education and Curation youth_engagementThe organization engages young people through hands-on curatorial programs and interactive workshops, providing them with practical experience in museum work and fostering an understanding of local history and its preservation.
- Historical Preservation and Community Heritage Education historical_preservationPreserves the history and cultural heritage of Lake Havasu City by collecting and safeguarding historically significant items and educating present and future generations about the city’s creation, development, and the importance of preservation.
- Interactive Educational Programming for Children interactive_workshopsThe organization uses interactive craft workshops and live animal demonstrations to engage children with museum exhibits and educational programming, making history and natural science accessible and exciting.
- Interactive and Experiential Learning for Children interactive_workshopsUses interactive craft workshops and live animal demonstrations to actively engage children with museum exhibits, making history and natural science accessible and memorable through experiential learning.
- Oral History for Cultural Preservation oral_historyPreserves regional art and cultural history by conducting personal interviews with family members of local historical figures, capturing and sharing stories that might otherwise be lost.
- Preserving and Digitizing Local History historical_preservationThe organization actively preserves the history of Lake Havasu City by collecting and maintaining historical items, and makes this history accessible to the public through a regularly updated digital archive database.
- Preserving and Digitizing Local History historical_preservation_and_digital_accessThe organization actively preserves the historical items, artifacts, and stories of Lake Havasu City, recognizing their cultural significance, and makes this history accessible to the community through a regularly updated digital archive.
- Preserving and Educating on Lake Havasu City's Heritage historical_preservation_and_educationThe organization preserves the history of Lake Havasu City and aims to educate present and future generations about its creation, development, and the importance of preserving its historical heritage, including items of personal and cultural significance.
- Youth Engagement through Curatorial Programs youth_engagement_programEngages youth by involving them directly in museum work through recurring curatorial programs, including developing and presenting exhibitions, to provide hands-on experience and foster deeper connections to local history.
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what they call their work
Education Tours
Docent-led, interactive tours for school groups (grades 2+) lasting about one hour, including a 45-minute guided tour and 15-minute wrap session
Havasu Rocks & Lake Havasu Gem and Mineral Society (LHGMS)
Hosts the Lake Havasu Gem and Mineral Society, offering lapidary education, field trips, a gem shop, and an annual Gem & Mineral Roundup
Kids Spot!
Seasonal children's program featuring hands-on activities such as wood burning crafts and live animal shows with educational themes
Young Curators of Havasu
Youth program enabling students to create and present their own exhibitions based on personal or family history, such as "My Bubbie" by Jamisen Darling
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who they work with
- Anderson Toyota Funder — Sponsor of the Young Curators program.
- Havashire Festivals Inc. Funder — Sponsor of the Young Curators program.
- Kiwanis Funder — Sponsor of the Young Curators program.
- Lake Havasu Gem and Mineral Society Partner — Presents "Havasu Rocks" and is dedicated to educating members and the community about gems, minerals, and fossils.
- Partnership for Economic Development Funder — Sponsor of the Young Curators program.