Michigan Department of Natural Resources (Michigan History Museum)

The Michigan History Center will develop plans to increase collection storage capacity and to improve environmental conditions at the Records Center where a majority of artifact collections are stored. The project will explore and recommend sustainable approaches to item preservation and conservation while also identifying responsible, efficient HVAC system upgrades, and cost-effective storage solutions that prioritize artifact preservation. Museum staff and specialists will produce reports documenting existing conditions, propose facility upgrade options, make recommendations for best value upgrades, and develop a phased approach to purchasing additional storage equipment. Upon completion, museum collections will be more accessible, thus making it easier for staff to track locations and retrieve objects, and increase use of objects in exhibitions and programs.