The best way to get acquainted with Holland is to take a crash course in its fascinating history-and there's no better place for this than the Holland Museum. Here you'll experience the arrival of the Dutch in 1847, their struggle for access to Lake Michigan, the devastating fire of 1871, and the amazing story of Holland's rise from the ashes, the birth of Tulip Time, the war years of courage and commitment, and the burgeoning economic growth that continues today. For nearly three-quarters of a century, the Holland Museum has received impressive gifts of Dutch culture from donors here and around the world. For current operating hours, please visit www.hollandmuseum.org or call 616.796.3329.