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LOCAL HISTORY EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES The Louisville Historical Museum team has developed new educational resources that meet Colorado Education Standards for 2nd through 5th grade. Teachers, parents, and pods alike are welcome to these resources! The Primary Resources Packets pair primary and secondary history sources with activities that are appropriately designed for each grade level, 2nd-5th. They tackle local history topics that range from immigration and community -building to historic preservation. There are two topics to choose from, as of now, with more in the works: "Louisville's Italian Heritage"and "History from Buildings." You can view and download the Primary Source Packets on the Museum's website, LouisvilleCO.gov/Museum, for free. HISTORIC LOUISVILLE MAP AVAILABLE ONLINE This Museum team recently celebrated getting this 1909 Drumm's Map of Louisville digitized. The map's high digital resolution allows you to explore historic Louisville from anywhere. This historic map features street names, farm information, and mine locations. The map was made by Henry A. Drumm (1837-1937) of Boulder, Colorado. He was a lawyer who made detailed maps of the Boulder County area. The map was cre- ated in 1909 and it is likely that it was commissioned by the Town of Louisville. The holes in the corners from tacks suggest that it hung on a wall for a time and was used at the Louisville Town Hall. To the best of our knowledge, this map, owned by the Louisville Historical Museum, is the only copy in existence. Visit LouisvilleCO.gov/Museum to explore the map. BE A PART OF THE STORY The Louisville story cannot be told from one perspec- tive or one time period alone. The Louisville Historical Museum is committed to collecting, preserving, and sharing the full range and diversity of voices, perspectives, and experiences in our community. This includes contemporary stories. Historically, Louisville has always been home to people who came from across the U.S. and around the world. They contributed cultures, traditions, and lifestyles, and engaged in current events of the day. The same is still true today. The Museum invites you to share a story, a memory, a reflection about living in Louisville. Be a part of the Louisville story so that your experiences can be shared with future generations. Visit LouisvilleCO.gov/Museum to find the online story - sharing page. VIRTUAL MUSEUM TOURS Starting December 1, the Louisville Historical Museum will be offering Virtual Museum Tours. Visitors who take a virtual tour will experience all three historic buildings on the Museum's campus from the comfort of their own homes. These live tours will be scheduled in advance and take place during regular Museum tour hours. Virtual tours will be conducted via Zoom or Google Meet. Museum staff will lead the tour and be on hand to answer any questions. To schedule a virtual tour, please see the "Tours by Appointment"form on the Museum's website LouisvilleCO.gov/Museum. CLOVE/POMANDER BALL TAKE & MAKES The Louisville Historical Museum and Louisville History Foundation are sponsoring Clove/Pomander Ball Take & Makes at the Louisville Public Library.The free Take & Makes will be available during the Library's curbside hours starting December 7 and while supplies last. Clove is a traditional holiday addition to scents and baked goods. Clove Balls, also known as Pomander Balls, make great DIY decor as well as provide a fantastic way to spice up your home around the holidays. Pick yours up today and bring some holiday cheer to your home. LAST KNOWN ASH PIT OF ITS KIND - SEE PAGE 10 check it out Sign up to receive monthly email newsletters from the Louisville Public Library. • Hours and Service Updates • Upcoming Programs • Recommended Reads • Library Card Perks • and more! LOUISVILLE-LIBRARY.ORG SCAN ME Winter 2020/21 • Page 7