The Public Museum is a collections-based educational organization that explores and celebrates the world and our place in it. It seeks to educate and delight the public, contribute to the well-being of its community, and enhance the quality of life in West Michigan. The Public Museum does this by * Collecting and preserving authentic objects of significance to the community, * Providing innovative services and outstanding programming that support and enrich the visitor experience, and * Offering opportunities for public discourse and personal engagement.