Local History & Genealogy — Kalamazoo Public Library
WEBThe History Room maintains an extensive collection of materials about all aspects of the history of Kalamazoo County, including businesses, institutions, buildings, and biographical and genealogical information about county residents.
Parchment — Kalamazoo Public Library
WEBIf there was ever a town with a purpose, it was Parchment. In 1909 Jacob Kindleberger set up shop in an abandoned sugar beet factory on the banks of the Kalamazoo River . His mission, like many other Kalamazoo entrepreneurs during that period, was to use the natural resources and convenient location of his factory to build a successful paper mill.
The Local History Collection — Kalamazoo Public Library
WEBThe Local History Collection. Books, Maps, Microfilm & More. Make the most out of your next research trip with valuable research materials like books, magazines, newspapers, microfilm, school yearbooks, and files.
Towns — Kalamazoo Public Library
WEBFor much of the twentieth century, the town of Parchment and the Kalamazoo Vegetable Parchment Company grew and prospered... Richland The modern village of Richland is located nine miles northeast of the city of Kalamazoo at the intersection of M-89 and 32nd Street, near the center of the area known as Gull Prairie.
Local History Newspapers - Parchment Community Library
WEBFor much of history, residents could purchase the paper for 5¢ a copy or $1.25 for a yearly subscription. In 1947, KVP announced the paper would be free to mill workers and available to everyone else for $1 yearly. By the time The Parchment News ceased publication in May, 1952 the yearly subscription rate had risen to $1.50.
Paper Industry — Kalamazoo Public Library
WEBThe paper industry in Kalamazoo began in 1867, and flourished throughout the first half of the twentieth century. It has been steadily declining ever since, but for more than one hundred years, paper was king in Kalamazoo. Papermaking. Michigan Paper Company.
Redlining — Kalamazoo Public Library
WEBLocal History. Kalamazoo History. Neighborhoods. Redlining. How FDR Segregated Kalamazoo. Redlining, Racially Restrictive Covenants, and Segregation in Kalamazoo. A presentation and discussion about the history of redlining, racially restrictive covenants, and segregation in Kalamazoo.
How Parchment Changed - Parchment Community Library
WEBApr 17, 2024 · How Parchment Changed This three-part program explores Parchment’s early history including the role of Jacob Kindleberger in the development of the Kalamazoo Vegetable Parchment Company, the growth of Parchment as a “model community for the world,” and the changes in the city as the paper industry evolved in the 1950s and 1960s.
Local History and Genealogy - Kitchener Public Library
WEBLearn more about local history and genealogy by attending Grace Schmidt Room programming. Search the Library's Event Listing using the Category Genealogy/Local History. Upcoming May 2024 programs include:
Catalog — Parchment Community Library
WEBWelcome to the Parchment Community Library Catalog! The Library is open to the public. HOURS: 9-7 Mon, Tue, & Wed; 9-5 Thu & Fri; 9-1 Sat. Curbside service is available. Call us when you arrive at the library (269 343-7747) and we'll bring your materials to your car.
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