Museum

The extended Gier family has had to adapt their family business to changing times. From the early days of carving wooden shoes and entertaining busloads of tourists, they are now a major distributor of wooden bowls across the world. We had a great time capturing video of this charming family in conversation, as well as documenting their fascinating process.

The Kleinheksel family has owned and operated Dykstra Funeral Home in Holland for generations. Together with the Holland Museum, Good Timber Legacy Video worked with this trusted family to explore stories about balancing home life with a career in the unique, busy, and ever-necessary funeral industry. dykstrafuneralhome.com

Take a trip back in time and witness the dramatic events that led up to the fateful lowering of Crystal Lake in August 1873. Using cutting edge technology, this film brings the story of Archibald Jones to life, providing new perspectives on how one man’s vision changed the course of history in Benzie County. ​ This video is also featured in an exhibit at the Archibald Jones Historical Research Center in the Benzie Area Historical Museum, located in Benzonia, Michigan. Opened

Three generations of the Fabiano family gathered to record the history of their small family business, a charming nut and candy shop in downtown Holland. With great success and through great adversity, the family has kept the family business strong for more than 115 years. The Holland Peanut Store remains a staple of downtown Holland. hollandpeanutstore.com

The Nelis family business has persevered for three generations, transforming from a tulip farm to a theme park attraction beloved by families with small children. Good Timber Legacy video had a wonderful time getting to know the Nelis family as they reminisced on decades of challenge, adaptation, and success. dutchvillage.com