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Consider/Discuss/Act on Project Grant Application Submitted by the Collin County History Museum (#22-15) in the Amount of Thirty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Five and N0/100 Dollars ($35,375.00) for the Purchase of Equipment and Materials for the Design, Layout and Construction of a "Created in Collin" Exhibit at the Museum. Amount Requested Represents 55% of Total Project Cost.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
5A: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city
MEETING DATE: August 25, 2022
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
* Collin County History Museum submitted an application for a grant, in the amount of $35,375, for the purchase of equipment and materials for the design, layout and construction of a "Created in Collin" exhibit at the museum.
* The planned launch for the exhibit is March 2023 and will continue through December 2025.
* The exhibit will highlight and celebrate people, products and events created in Collin County throughout the years.
* Historic images will be paired with the views of the scenes as they appear today or a similar business that is currently in McKinney.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* The mission of the Collin County History Museum is to preserve and honor the past, connect with the present and embrace the future.
* The exhibit will promote heritage tourism in McKinney.
* The goal of Collin County History Museum is to collaborate and form partnerships with downtown businesses to attract visitors to the museum exhibits and to other businesses in the downtown area.
* Collaboration will take place with McKinney Main Street and Visit McKinney.
* In connection with the exhibit, the museum will host lectures, events and activities to attract visitors and promote the rich heritage of McKinney.
* The exhibit will utilize technology to create and promote engaging and inter...
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