Melhores podcasts sobre History Museum (2025)

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Lois Hillis had one really big fan named Abraham 4:06

1d ago4:06

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Lois Hillis opened Elgin's first music school in 1867. Many in Elgin were fans of her musical talent, as was Abraham Lincoln. This echo from October 24, 2004 explains how their paths crossed and her impact in Elgin.Por Elgin History Museum

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Home Front Heroes: The Civilian Defense Corps 13:29

7d ago13:29

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In honor of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the museum brings our newest exhibit, Home Front Heroes. Home Front Heroes looks at the effort of Muskegon County during the war. In this podcast episode we look at the Civilian Defense Corps which was in charge of dealing with air raids and drills, civil air patrol, and recruiting volunt…

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The Silent Bells of Buffalo 24:23

20d ago24:23

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In the 1860s, Buffalo Bishop John Timon commissioned a 43-bell carillon for the city's St. Joseph's Cathedral. The bells, however, would run into a series of problems which prevented them from being heard for more than a half century--and then for nearly another century after that. This is the story of the bells, their unlucky journey, and their ev…

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Science Cafe: A Problem So Small You Can See It From Space 1:16:07

23d ago1:16:07

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Do we really consume a credit card’s worth of microplastics in a week? That depends largely on how you measure it. But one thing is certain: microplastics are all around us and they’re here to stay. These plastics may be small, but understanding their impact requires research at all scales. Zooming in, microplastics are not solo actors: they host a…

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Elgin Women's Hall of Fame would be full in Elgin 5:38

6d ago5:38

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This echo from May 10, 1982 will give a Who's Who list of Elgin women you should know.Por Elgin History Museum

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Elgin watches part of historic moments 5:25

9d ago5:25

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Elgin National Watch Company made over 60 million watches. Every one of them was prized by its owner or their descendants. This echo from September 24, 1995 will highlight some of the more notable ones.Por Elgin History Museum

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The day the city standpipe came crashing down 4:43

13d ago4:43

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125 years ago today, the city standpipe on the corner of Spring and Cooper streets came crashing down and patients at the old Sherman Hospital thought for sure it was an earthquake. This echo from August 15, 1999 gives the details.Por Elgin History Museum

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Anchor recalls South Elginite who never returned 4:43

16d ago4:43

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A 4,000 lb. anchor from a WWII destroyer, the U.S.S. Aaron Ward, sits in memoriam at Bluff City Cemetery. This echo from May 22, 2005 reveals the personal story behind it.Por Elgin History Museum

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Working girls get their own piece of the pie 4:37

20d ago4:37

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Women were always well-represented in the workforce at the watch factory, making up about half the employees. This echo from June 9, 2003 gives good detail on what their working life was like.Por Elgin History Museum

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Sherman Poppen and the Snurfer 8:52

20d ago8:52

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On Christmas Day 1965, Sherman Poppen and his children would be sent outside to play. During this play session a new invention would be created that would become known as the Snurfer. On today's episode we look at the history of this invention and the sport it would go on to inspire.

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Alice Byrd Potter, woman driver 4:52

23d ago4:52

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Alice Byrd Potter, first woman to drive from Chicago to New York, is an Elginite you should know. Allow this December 26, 1999 echo to introduce you.Por Elgin History Museum

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Being Black in Nazi Germany, Elgin 4:12

27d ago4:12

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This echo from January 30, 2000 tells the story of Hans Massaquoi, Elgin Community College graduate and editor of Ebony magazine. His biography, Destined to Witness, recounts his experiences growing up Black in Nazi Germany and then emigrating to the U.S. It is available at the Gail Borden Public Library.…

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Science Cafe: Disinformation, Social Media, and Elections 1:16:32

30d ago1:16:32

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Where do you get your news? How do "fake news" and social media affect your perspectives? New U-M research and scholarship can help us understand the widespread impact of disinformation and bias in our current ecosystem of social media and content sources. Please join Ariel Hasell from the Communication and Media department, and Barbara McQuade of …

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When Gromer's closed, a part of Elgin did too 4:24

1M ago4:24

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From 1937 to 1995, Gromer's was the place to get groceries, or to follow your parents around the store at least. This echo from January 22, 2004 may make you wish for a $.25 ice cream cone.Por Elgin History Museum

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Just how cold was it, anyway? 4:23

1M ago4:23

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The weather this week hasn't been so bad...comparatively speaking. This echo from January 16, 2000 will warm you up a bit.Por Elgin History Museum

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Home Front Heroes: Milkweed in the War 8:48

1M ago8:48

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In honor of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the museum brings our newest exhibit, Home Front Heroes. Home Front Heroes looks at the effort of Muskegon County during the war. In this podcast episode we look at one of those efforts, the collection of milkweed pods for the war and what use they had.…

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Elgin homes open door to history 3:01

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An echo from September 29, 1985 reveals some interesting tidbits about Elgin homes.Por Elgin History Museum

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Elgin history isn't kind to Black residents 5:27

1M ago5:27

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A list of firsts and several mistakes of the past are revealed in this echo from February 24, 1991.Por Elgin History Museum

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Unusual snippets about Elgin schools 5:26

1M ago5:26

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Schools are among a community's oldest institutions and they give rise to many interesting factoids. This echo from September 1, 1996 lists a bunch.Por Elgin History Museum

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Happenings of Februarys past 5:12

2M ago5:12

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Just when did the chewing gum and cough drop factory close? This echo from February 4, 1990 will give you that answer and many other February news items.Por Elgin History Museum

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Invaders of the Great Lakes 13:11

2M ago13:11

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Invasive species have for a long time made the Great Lakes and Michigan waterways their home. In our episode today learn about how some of these creatures found their way here, what is being done to stop them, and what you can do to help fight back against them and prevent their further spread.

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Science Café: The Future of MRNA Vaccines 1:08:14

2M ago1:08:14

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We have seen how mRNA vaccines have changed the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, reducing the occurrence of severe illness and saving lives. What is the future of this biotechnology? Join Rachel Niederer and Nils Walter of the U-M Department of Chemistry and the Center for RNA Biomedicine to learn how mRNA vaccine technology could address influenza…

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Elgin's thriving cattle trade 4:20

2M ago4:20

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Elgin has many stories to tell. How about his one from June 30, 1985 that details Elgin's past as a "cow town"?Por Elgin History Museum

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Elgin folks reached out to help Chicago fire victims 3:59

2M ago3:59

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The Great Chicago Fire began on October 8, 1871. Elgin learned of the news one day later and immediately mobilized to help. Learn how in this echo from October 6, 1996.Por Elgin History Museum

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Prominent chemist lived in Elgin 4:39

2M ago4:39

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Hear the impressive resume of chemist Lloyd A. Hall and the challenges he faced in this echo from September 8, 1985.Por Elgin History Museum

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First "settler" in Elgin was unsteady toddler 3:35

2M ago3:35

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It was bound to happen eventually. Here is our punny and funny echo from July 22, 1984.Por Elgin History Museum

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Nuptial pact made headlines 3:47

2M ago3:47

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When Heluiz Chandler and Carelton Washburne married in 1912 the press called their union a "free love contract." How did their marriage work out? Tune in to this echo from August 21, 1983 to find out.Por Elgin History Museum

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Elgin's "Peach" was in a league of her own 3:34

2M ago3:34

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"A League of Their Own" was a popular movie in 1992 that featured nearby Rockford's baseball team, the Rockford Peaches. But the Elgin connection gets even closer when you learn the story of 1946 Elgin High School grad Charlene Ann Barnett. Tune in to this echo from April 20, 1997 to learn more.Por Elgin History Museum

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John Moon-Baron, Banker, and Politician 5:58

2M ago5:58

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John Wesley Moon came to Muskegon as a young man and started out in a sawmill eventually working his way up to being a sawmill owner. Moon would later expand his portfolio into many other Muskegon businesses such as The Alaska Refrigerator Company and Muskegon Chemical Fire Engine Company. Moon was a prominent politician though serving at the state…

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Descendant tells of gold hoard 3:34

2M ago3:34

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Did an past resident of Elgin bury a gold hoard here? Maybe. Will this echo from April 22, 1984 tell you where it is? Maybe.Por Elgin History Museum

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Old-time barns were for storing 4:20

2M ago4:20

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Barns were once a common sight in the city of Elgin. This echo from January 15, 2006 tells of some that remain, and others that have disappeared.Por Elgin History Museum

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Wedding of the Waters: The Opening of the Erie Canal 19:36

2M ago19:36

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October 26, 1825 marked the ceremonial opening of the Erie Canal, a waterway that would shape the future of the nation. To celebrate, Governor DeWitt Clinton led a cross-state procession, stopping in each town along the man-made waterway.Por The Buffalo History Museum

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Early gangs plagued Elgin 4:08

3M ago4:08

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An echo from January 9, 2000 will warn you about the Slop Hill gang, the Eastsiders, the Chapel Street gang, and the South End Bums and Crooks Association.Por Elgin History Museum

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Science Café: Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence 1:04:20

3M ago1:04:20

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What is machine learning? Is it the same as artificial intelligence? Please join Raed Al Kontar of the U-M Department of Industrial & Operations Engineering to discuss how machine learning algorithms can be applied to distributed systems such as cars, phones, and hospitals, where data comes from many sources.…

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Science Café: Politics and Power in Your Morning Coffee 1:05:38

3M ago1:05:38

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Coffee production has a history as a colonial crop, destructive to the environment. Can coffee support biodiversity and local farms? What if we teach farmers how to grow coffee sustainably? What if doing so means opposing mega-corporations, or even advocating for political independence? Learn about new research and education efforts by two U-M scie…

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Roll out the red carpet for the major crime awards! 5:18

3M ago5:18

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It's time for the Elgin Major Crime Awards! Kindly Old Mr. Alft awards four of the top prizes in this echo from February 25, 2002.Por Elgin History Museum

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Footnotes to history had a local tie 4:29

3M ago4:29

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What do you think about the Elginite who became President of the United States in 1877? You know about him, right? Maybe not; he is a footnote to history, after all. More on him and one other Elginite you may not have heard of, but should, in this echo from November 24, 1985.Por Elgin History Museum

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Ice Boats! 7:27

3M ago7:27

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When the ice and snow cover our area many of us stay inside and find indoor activities to keep us entertained. Ice boaters however spend as much time outside as they can enjoying the frozen waters. Listen in to learn about what ice boats are, and for just how long they have been gliding across our ice.…

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Hot topic in December 1885? What else, weather 4:17

3M ago4:17

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Join E.C. "Mike" Alft on December 1, 1985 as he tells us the news from Decembers gone by.Por Elgin History Museum

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The team was the cat's meow but still nine lives short 3:44

3M ago3:44

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Attention Baseball Fans! Tune in to this echo from June 14, 1982 to learn about the Elgin baseball team that won the pennant back in 1910.Por Elgin History Museum

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Happenings from Decembers past 4:33

3M ago4:33

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Join E.C. "Mike" Alft on December 7, 1986 as he tells us the happenings of Decembers past.Por Elgin History Museum

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Christmas 1910 also had Santa and Dickens 4:45

3M ago4:45

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Stressed by holiday preparations? Tune into this echo from December 22, 1985 to learn what Christmas 1910 was like in Elgin.Por Elgin History Museum

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Science Cafe: High Tech Bones and Buildings 1:04:20

3M ago1:04:20

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High-resolution 3D scans, prints, and renderings are changing the way scientists work! Please join Adam Rountrey of the U-M Museum of Paleontology and Nic Terrenato of the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology for a look at the research and educational opportunities made possible by 3D imaging and printing. With accurate digital "copies" available, are the …

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The Life of Julia Hackley 9:12

3M ago9:12

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Known for her incredibly kindness and willingness to help others, Julia Hackley was an important figure in Muskegon. On this episode we look back at her contributions to Muskegon, her life, and her marriage to Charles Hackley.

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Christmas trees lit up Elgin's past 4:39

3M ago4:39

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Join Mike Alft on December 19, 1999 to learn the history of illuminated holiday trees in Elgin.Por Elgin History Museum

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Why is it called...? 5:32

3M ago5:32

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Tune in to this echo from October 12, 1997 to learn why Elgin has a Whiskey Point, a Crocker Theater, a Beacon Hill, a Parker Park and a Drake Field.Por Elgin History Museum

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Science Cafe: Policy from the Pulpit? Influences on Climate Change Skepticism 59:59

4M ago59:59

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Climate change action is one of the most urgent questions we face. What influences public opinion on this issue? Recent research has shown that religious affiliation is not a consistent predictor for climate change skepticism. The exception to this rule is evangelical protestants who consistently poll as more skeptical than the general population. …

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Gifts may change, but not the spirit 6:13

4M ago6:13

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Not sure what to get that Special Someone on your holiday list? Tune in to this echo from December 17, 2000 to learn about the hot holiday gifts for Elginites of years past.Por Elgin History Museum

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Christmas 1903, when Santa did not upstage Turkey Day 3:59

4M ago3:59

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Christmas 1903 was as festive as any other in Elgin. Trees were decorated with newfangled electric lights, popular gifts such as dolls and wood burning sets flew off the shelves and Elginites ate impressive amounts of candy. Join E.C. "Mike" Alft and get in the holiday spirit with this echo from December 25, 2003.…

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The Maycroft Square Tappers 10:07

4M ago10:07

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Today we look at the history of a internationally known dance group that was formed and trained right in Muskegon County, the Maycroft Square Tappers. The Maycroft Square Tappers blended together square dancing and tap dancing into their own unique style, listen in to hear their story.

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