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HISTORICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of Mansfield Historical Services is to preserve local history by
acquiring and maintaining artifacts and information, and to ensure that these
resources are available to the community. It promotes interest in the heritage
and historical landmarks of Mansfield by encouraging education, outreach,
and cultural tourism. Historical Services includes the Downtown Historical
Museum and the Man House.

Services Provided
• Educate the public about the history of Mansfield through museum exhibits.
• Preserve historical artifacts for the education of future generations.
• Coordinate educational programs and participate in public events that teach people about history
or encourage them to visit the museum for further information.

Accomplishments in FY 2020-2021
• Opened the Man House Museum and Information Center.
• Collected furnishings to create the exhibits for the Man House Museum.
• Increased the Museum’s visibility in the community by speaking to local organizations.

FY 2021-2022 Goals & Objectives

1. Enhance the collections.
• Inventory items in the Historical Museum collection.
• Update database records to reflect the museums’ collections more accurately.
• Increase the activity of the Collections Committee.

2. Develop the Man House Museum.
• Recruit and train docents to serve as tour guides and volunteers at special events.
• Develop programs and educational activities for the public.
• Raise awareness about the museum through advertising and partnerships with local organizations.

3. Plan for the future.
• Assess the current state of the Historical Museum and Man House Museum.
• Survey the public and evaluate the responses and public feedback to recommend changes to
museums and/or exhibits.
• Utilize a team of staff, board members and volunteers to write a strategic plan.

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