On Thursday, June 30, at 2 p.m., the Leland Township Library and the Leelanau Historical Society will host the authors of Irish Immigrants in Michigan: A History in Stories, Pat Commins and Elizabeth Rice.
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On Wednesday, June 15, at 7 pm, Robert Dale Parker will introduce the life and writings of Bamewawagezhikaquay / Jane Johnston Schoolcraft (1800-1842), the northern Michigan poet and fiction writer who was among the first Native American literary writers. Register for this virtual program hosted by the Leelanau Historical Society.
Kim Kelderhouse, executive director of the Leelanau Historical Society & Museum reports that historic Leelanau newspapers dating back more than 150 years are now accessible online at digmichnews.cmich.edu. This momentous accomplishment has been the dedicated effort of the Leelanau Historical Society since 2017.
The Leelanau Historical Society will host a virtual program on Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. featuring a presentation by Nicole M. Watson on the history of the Grayling fish in Michigan, current Grayling research, and potential management implications of the preliminary findings.
The Leelanau Historical Society and Museum sits overlooking the sparkling Leland River near downtown Leland and historic Fishtown. It’s a most welcoming spot where people often congregate outside on the spacious riverside lawn, or come to see the boats that line up along the long dock. Inside, visitors may peruse collections and archives that contain more than 20,000 items. Here, one can learn of Leelanau’s fascinating maritime history, and even take a virtual tour “onboard” the steamship Leelanau.
The League of Women Voters Leelanau County invites you to participate in a virtual “Celebrate Women’s History Month Forum” on Wednesday, March 3 at noon. Click here to register in advance for this webinar.
The Leelanau Historical Society is pleased to announce their new exhibit “You are Here: Maps and Roads of Leelanau” is open to the public. The exhibit is on display in the Norbert Gits Family Gallery and features maps ranging from 1850-1960. A display of early surveying equipment is also highlighted in the exhibit.
Leelanau County’s Scandinavian roots shine bright this time of year. The colder, harder months juxtaposed with holiday spirit, lights, and community togetherness give many locals a chance to honor their Nordic ancestors.
Author Larry B. Massie will offer a Michigan history program at the Leland Township Library and Leelanau Historical Society on Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 4 p.m.
Join the Leelanau Historical Society for its next program, Wrecks and Rescues of the Manitou Passage, on Wednesday, July 18, at 4 p.m. The Leelanau Historical Society is located at 203 E. Cedar Street in Leland.