2012-2013 Budget - City of Saginaw MI

The Castle Museumwww.castlemuseum.orgThe Castle Museum has been owned and operated by theHistorical Society of Saginaw County since 1992. Throughexploration, preservation, and presentation, the continuing story of the people of Saginaw is told. Theoperating museum in the Castle is a unique architectural gem,listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built as afederal post office in 1898, it reflects the French heritage ofearly Saginaw. The Castle provides a full spectrum of museumactivities such as changing and traveling exhibitions,educational programs, publications, and research services.Japanese Cultural Center & Tea Housewww.jap aneseculturalcenter.orgThe Japanese Cultural Center & Tea Garden, comprised ofthe teahouse and garden, was established as a symbol offriendship and cultural exchange with Saginaw’s Sister City,Tokushima, Japan. The teahouse is of authentic design andrepresents traditional Japanese architecture. The scenicgardens are open year-round, providing the perfect setting forwedding ceremonies.Children’s Zoowww.saginawzoo.co mThe Children’s Zoo in Celebration Square is not just home tobobcats, alligators, macaws, bald eagles, or cotton-top tamarins, but also to volunteers, interns, andsponsors that help to provide an exciting zoo atmosphere. Throw anawesome birthday party in the Party Pavilion. Take a class field tripand learn fun animal facts in the Amphitheater. Get creative with theAdopt-a-Garden program. You can even bring the animals to youwith the Zoo-to-You Outreach Program!415