Besser Museum
is a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization.
The Besser Museum is a 501 (c)(3), non-profit, membership corporation stewarded by its own Board of Trustees. The museum receives no continuing financial support from federal, state, or local government entities or millage. Operational support is generated through admission fees, membership dues, awarded grants and donations. Besser Museum is an accrediated museum by the American Alliance of Museums.
Institutional History
Most recent Bylaws - Revised June 21, 2016
2003 Property Expansion Proposal
1971 The History of Jesse Besser Museum by Russel Wilson
1970 Besser Foundation Letter of Commitment Jan 22, 1970
1966 APS Museum Lay Advisor Committee Building Policy
1965 Alpena Museum Advisory Committee
Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan, 491 Johnson Street, Alpena, MI 49707
www.bessermuseum.org
989-356-2202
For more information on how to become a member, click here.
Mission
Our mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit authentic articles and artifacts of art, history, and science to inspire curiosity, foster community pride, and cultivate personal legacy.
The Besser Museum is dedicated to serving the public of all ages and abilities.
