Museum & Archives Internship Opportunity Summer 2023 The Leelanau Historical Society & Museum is the leading historical organization that connects… Read more 2023 Internship Opportunity

Did you know the first Christmas card produced in the United States was by Louis Prang, the owner of a… Read more Vintage Holiday Greetings

Boozhoo! (Hello in Anishinaabemowin) The month of November is recognized and celebrated as Native American Heritage Month. Learning and appreciating… Read more Ways to Honor Native American Heritage Month

Varying forms of cemeteries have been around for centuries, in almost every culture across the world. People need a place… Read more Cemeteries of Leelanau

Can you see yourself in this chair? It could be yours! Made locally from Vintage skis! Raffle proceeds will be… Read more Win an Adirondack Chair! – Raffle Details

In the late 1800s, mariners utilized one of several passages between the Straits of Mackinac and Green Bay, depending on… Read more North Manitou Light Station

We are pleased to debut our fresh appearance that reinforces our mission to serve the entire Leelanau Peninsula and its… Read more I AM YOU – Leelanau Historical Society

“Progress” isn’t always what it seems – especially not in Wakazooville, 1850 Commentary by Mark Smith The history of the… Read more “The Indian Farmer” with Historian’s Commentary

Now Accepting 2022 Applications! Located in Northwest Lower Michigan, Leelanau County presents exciting possibilities for research on the peninsula’s rich… Read more Leelanau Press Research Fellowship

“Cemeteries, with their irreplaceable headstones, are an important part of the cultural heritage of every area. Cemeteries contribute to our… Read more Gravestone Cleaning