The mission of the Bay County Historical Society is to preserve the history of Bay
County and to develop facilities and programs dedicated to the enhancement, enrichment and enjoyment of our community.
Blog Articles BAY CITY'S "LOST BANDS"By Gary Johnson The emergence of The Beatles and the other British
Invasion bands prompted the formation of countless young bands in Bay City and in other communities all across the state.
Band Canyon and the other teen clubs that sprouted up in Michigan around the same time provided an opportunity for these fledgling
groups to play in front of large gatherings of their peers.
Forming a band and then keeping it together were two entirely different chores, however,
and many of these young bands faded away almost as quickly as they had come together. The reasons were varied. They included
lack of musical ability, getting drafted, going away to college, having a full-time job, girlfriend/boyfriend relationship
issues, lack of money, an unexpected pregnancy, an unwillingness to fully commit to the band lifestyle, or the often-cited
musical differences.
Museum
Exhibit Hours: Monday-Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday & Sunday CLOSED *Closed
for major holidays and inclement weather.
The Butterfield Memorial Research LibraryHours: Appointment only: Monday - Friday at 10am - 12pm Public Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday
at 12-4pm
*We make every effort to keep the library open. It is strongly suggested
that anyone with travel or time constraints please call before their intended visit to make sure the library is staffed. ADMISSION Bay County Residents & BCHS Members: FREE Non-Bay County
Residents: $2/person or $5/Family Ages 0-5 FREE
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