Driving into History Exhibition Wins Big Uncategorized by Ben Staples - October 19, 2026October 19, 20260 Merze Tate Explorers earn MotorCities 2026 Award of Excellence for bringing overlooked stories of Black women and automotive history to life KALAMAZOO, Mich. (Oct. 19, 2026) — History is hitting the road! After attracting thousands of visitors to the Gilmore Car Museum, Driving into History: Black Women, Cars, and Courage is
Celebrating Lori Moore Uncategorized by Ben Staples - October 5, 2026October 5, 20260 Lori Moore poses with Explorer Shadae Hillsman and Sonya Bernard-Hollins during the Lori Moore Show through WWMT. Copyright - Merze Tate Explorers Her voice was distinct. Her laugh was contagious. Her impact on the Kalamazoo media scene will be remembered. The Merze Tate Explorers join the Kalamazoo community in remembering the life
Standing Where History Spoke Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - September 30, 2026September 30, 20260 “While standing at a pulpit once associated with some of America’s great abolitionist voices, I shared the story of Merze Tate and the courageous family legacy that helped shape her extraordinary life.” Sonya Bernard-Hollins Sonya Bernard-Hollins stands at the pulpit at Putnum Presbyterian Church in Zanesville, Ohio, where abolitionists such as
Driving into History Featured on Fox 17 Uncategorized by Ben Staples - September 9, 2026September 9, 20260 Driving into History: Black Women, Cars, and Courage is making the news. Check out this latest feature on Fox 17's Grand Rapids, Michigan outlet. Learn more about this exhibition at DrivingIntoHistory.com Sonya interviews with Fox 17 host Todd Chance. Fox 17 monitor shows the original and recreated images inspired by the book Picturing
Explorers Celebrate Aviation History Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - November 10, 2025November 10, 20250 If you had the opportunity to interview an astronaut, what would you ask? The Merze Tate Explorers have had the honor of interviewing legends in various fields. In November, we flashback on some of our most celebrated women who have made history in aviation. While Bessie Coleman set the stage
Operation Content Creation a Success Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - November 3, 2025November 3, 20250 KALAMAZOO (MICH.)- What can you do with just $45 and 60 minutes?For the Merze Tate Explorers, that was all the time they had to bring a dream career story to life. Armed with creativity and confidence, two teams of Explorers raced through the aisles of the local Salvation Army to
Content Creator Crew Applications Open! Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - September 29, 2025September 29, 20250 Are you, or someone you know, excited about creating content and sharing it with the world? Do you and your friends want to take part in media to entertain and inspire your peers and beyond? If so, we would love to have you on our crew as a Girls Can!
Explorer Headed to Vietnam Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - September 16, 2025September 16, 20250 Sonya Hollins and a young Maya Daniels in 2014. KALAMAZOO (MICH.)- Maya Daniels entered the dorms of Kalamazoo College with her favorite pillow and her small suitcase. The little red-headed girl with the braids smiled as she saw familiar faces and some new ones. She would be a college student for
Explorers Use Media to Highlight Donors Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - June 10, 2025June 10, 20250 When we teach kids how to use media for good, they can bring a new perspective to old marketing techniques. I am super proud of these Explorers who created the series, "Why I Give," to highlight our most dedicated donors over the past 18 years. Diane Lang, a new
Explorers Investigate Kalamazoo Parks Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - April 23, 2025May 10, 20250 By Park InvestigatorsKaylee Hampton, Cianna Hobson, Sasha Hollins, Korie Thomas-Pritchett, and Aliah Ward Review Full Report HERE Reporter Aliah Ward waits as Tyler Bell, 8, and his mother Vernice, complete a park survey. Copyright - Merze Tate Explorers KALAMAZOO (MICH.) - Malcolm Jolly couldn’t wait to share what he liked most about Upjohn
