The berrien county historical association operates the history center at courthouse square and collects, preserves and interprets the history of berrien county through exhibits, tours, publications, research, and educational and community outreach programs.

Tours/exhibits - exhibits and tours of the historic site at courthouse square and tours of regional and national historical sites. museum & other activities - restore and maintain historical buildings, archives and collections. publications - research, author, publish and distribute books about berrien county history for use by scholars, historians, genealogists, students and interested members of the community. outreach programs - present programs relevant to local history at schools, colleges and universities. Programs are also presented on site for community groups. Research assistance is also offered to genealogists, historians and students.