Chippewa Valley Museum PO Box 1204 Eau Claire WI 54702 (715) 834-7871 info@cvmuseum.com

Collections

At CVM, interpretation begins with the search for themes that reveal the context of regional events and the nature of regional culture. The outcome of this process drives research and the development of exhibits, educational programs, publications, and media productions. The CVM collections lie at the heart of this humanities-based program. Although some items are unique or rare, their principal importance lies in their documented association with the people of the Chippewa Valley.
The CVM collections offer an unparalleled resource for understanding life in west central Wisconsin during the past two centuries. As a whole, they reflect the primary purpose of CVM: to discover, collect, preserve, and interpret the history and culture of the region.


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The Collections department can always use volunteers who are detail-minded and like to work in a relaxed, friendly environment. To volunteer in any part of the museum, call Annette Truitt, volunteer coordinator, at (715) 834-7871, or email her at annette@cvmuseum.com

For questions about the collections or about donating items, call Carrie Ronnander, curator of collections, at (715) 834-7871, or email her at carrie@cvmuseum.com

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