Historians in Lederhosen

Our Historians, joined by a guest outside the Museum field, pose a simple question: Are their enough museums? In one of our favorite episodes, our historians and guest explore the mission of museums and the role they play in society. You won't want to miss this episode, our season finale!

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Does you city have a Sister City? Frankenmuth does! In fact, its People to People program has forged strong bonds between the people of Frankenmuth and Gunzenhausen, connecting families across an ocean by their ancestry.

Joined by special guest Dan Haubenstricker, our historians elaborate on the significance of the People to People program, and share stories of its local impact.

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There is a lot more to acquiring and preserving artifacts than meets the eye. Our historians discuss the ins-and-outs of artifact management at museums, ethics of collections management, and more. If you are considering donating an item to a museum, give this episode a listen first!

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Joined by special guest and Conservator, Davina Jakobi, our Historians have an eye-opening discussion on conservation. If you are interested in a career as a Conservator, this episode is for you! Learn what a conservator does, how they build the public's trust in museums, and how you can find the right hands-on program, and more!

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Joined by a regional teacher, Gerhardt Schuette, our Historians discuss methods for teaching the past, teaching standards, how A.I. is impacting the field, and differences between teaching at the high school vs. college levels.

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In honor of President's Day, our Historians in Lederhosen talk Presidents! Join us for a fun episode and learn some interesting Presidential history and nicknames!

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The Historians in Lederhosen are joined by not one, but two museum leaders. The Castle Museum of Saginaw County's History, Jonathan Webb, and the Frankenmuth Historical Association's very own Executive Director, Heidi Chapman, join for an insightful conversation about leading museums.

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Frankenmuth is known today as "Michigan's Little Bavaria," but it wasn't always this way. Who was instrumental in developing the city's identity? And what events led to the city's transformation? Jump in with our historians to find out!

Documentaries can be very entertaining mediums that can also educate! But can you trust them? Cutaway with our historians to find out!

You know the story of Santa Clause or St. Nicholas, but have you heard the legends of Krampus? Our historians dive into folklore and legends of the sinister side of Christmas, and the disturbing traditions that follow.

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