spring virtual lecture series

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Thursday, April 24, 2025  7:00 PM EST 

Wreck and Rescues of the Manitou Passage, by Kim Kelderhouse

Join us for a captivating presentation as Kim Kelderhouse brings to life firsthand accounts of shipwrecks in the Manitou Passage. Through a dynamic mix of photos, videos, poetry, and rescue narratives, she will transport you back to an era when maritime travel was the primary means of transit to Northern Michigan. This engaging program offers a powerful glimpse into the perils of Great Lakes navigation and the enduring mysteries of the shipwrecks resting beneath Lake Michigan’s waters. For those fascinated by history, adventure, and the resilience of early sailors, this is an event not to be missed! Kim Kelderhouse is the Executive Director of the Leelanau Historical Society and has spent over a decade preserving and sharing the region’s rich maritime heritage. She will also share personal anecdotes and photos from her experiences on North and South Manitou Islands, offering a unique and deeply informed perspective on this storied passage.

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