Georgetown Old School

08/29/2026

mariachi and ballet folklorico now! Library Park stage.

07/25/2026

07/22/2026

Exciting work is underway at Hotel de Paris Museum! 🧵🥻

Thanks to a posthumous gift from Coralue Anderson, a longtime friend of Hazel Burkholder McAdams and grant funding from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, we have begun the first phase of caring for the Hazel Burkholder McAdams Clothing Collection.

This important project will be led by Marian Carpenter (pictured here), the John & Neville Bryan Senior Director of Museum Collections for the Historic Sites Division at the National Trust for Historic Preservation. With more than 30 years of experience in heritage preservation, Marian brings exceptional expertise in collections management, exhibition development, curation, community outreach, historic research, and interpretive programming.

Project management will be provided by Kevin Kuharic, Executive Director of Hotel de Paris Museum.

Hazel Burkholder McAdams played a pivotal role in preserving the Hotel de Paris, and her clothing collection provides a remarkable window into the museum's stewardship and Georgetown's rich history. We are honored to continue that legacy through careful conservation and look forward to sharing updates as this important work progresses.

Together, we are preserving stories woven into every garment.

07/22/2026

07/22/2026

Save the date for the annual train ride! More details to come.

07/22/2026

07/22/2026

One of Evergreen Artists Association's "why" is students like Carter. As funding for school art programs continues to decline, the Evergreen Artists Association is committed to helping bridge the gap by awarding scholarships that empower talented young artists to pursue their education, develop their creative voices, and build a future in the arts.
**If you would like to support our mission, please come join us Saturday & Sunday, August 22nd & 23rd in beautiful Evergreen!**

Carter Taylor, a graduating senior from Clear Creek High School, is the EAA's 2026 Scholarship Winner! Carter will attend the School of the Art Institute of Chicago to study Fine Arts with a focus on concept art. Working primarily in digital media, Carter creates expressive character designs and imaginative worlds inspired by personal experiences, storytelling, and a passion for representation. Carter's artwork explores resilience, identity, and creativity, using art as both a means of self-expression and connection. As a scholarship recipient, Carter looks forward to continuing to grow as an artist and bringing original stories to life.

Discover more by visiting www.evergreenfineartsfestival.com

07/22/2026

🗣📢 PLEASE COMMENT ABOUT WHAT NEEDS ATTENTION AT HOTEL DE PARIS MUSEUM

Some visitors enjoy house museums; others find them less appealing. Criticisms include: "It's just old furniture." Some visitors have difficulty connecting with historic objects if they don't understand the stories behind them.

Limited interactivity. Traditional experiences can feel passive, especially for children and younger adults accustomed to hands-on exhibits.

Guided-tour fatigue. Required guided tours may feel too structured, too long, or move at a pace that doesn't match interests.

Restricted access. Rope barriers and closed rooms leave people feeling they are only seeing a small portion of the house.

Information overload. Tours that focus on dates, names, and architectural details without compelling narratives can become overwhelming.

Perception of elitism. Some house museums are seen as celebrating wealthy owners while overlooking servants, workers, women, immigrants, Indigenous people, or other underrepresented communities.

Lack of relevance. Visitors may struggle to see how a 19-century building connects to issues or experiences in their lives.

Small scale. Compared with larger museums, house museums often have fewer exhibits and amenities, leading some people to feel admission is expensive for the amount they see.

Accessibility challenges. Historic staircases and narrow doorways can make visiting difficult for people with mobility needs.

Photography restrictions. Limits on photography can disappoint visitors who enjoy documenting and sharing their experiences.

Limited amenities. Many house museums lack cafés, large gift shops, seating areas, or restrooms expected at larger attractions.

Repetitive interpretation. Visitors who have toured several historic homes may feel they hear the same stories unless the museum offers a distinctive perspective.

Quiet atmosphere. Some people prefer social attractions and perceive house museums as overly formal or subdued.

Unclear value. If the significance of the site is not communicated before or during the visit, guests may leave wondering why the house was preserved.

Time commitment. Scheduled tours can make spontaneous visits difficult and may not fit travelers with limited time.