SYCAMORE – Most museums only exhibit about a quarter or less of their collection. Many interesting objects remain in storage and the archives. Now, people will be able to take a peek into the collections of the Sycamore History Museum without leaving their homes. At noon Thursday, March 7, executive director Michelle Donahoe will talk about the museum’s new website, which will allow for a significant increase in access to items that reflect the community’s history.

The museum board, executive director and volunteers were all asked how people use the website, what needed to be improved and what should be added. These discussions led to some significant changes. Goals for the project included improving access to information about programs, adding materials for educators and sharing the collection online.

A grant from the Douglas C. and Lynn M. Roberts Family Foundation funded the new website. The grant included funds to write lesson plans for K-8 teachers. A separate grant from the DeKalb County Community Foundation upgraded the museum’s computers.
Donahoe will talk about the new website, show off its new features and answer questions about how the site works.