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Leelanau Historical Society & Museum

Connecting you to stories of this land its people since 1957

Author: LHS Staff

The LHS Eagle Soars On

Posted on July 14, 2020July 17, 2020 by LHS Staff

Those who have visited the museum in Leland, may have noticed a handsome bronze eagle that sits atop a post… Read more The LHS Eagle Soars On

Collecting Living History – 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic

Posted on April 15, 2020September 2, 2020 by LHS Staff

Every Story is Important. You are living through history and we want to document the experiences of Leelanau people during… Read more Collecting Living History – 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic

14th Annual Golfathon – Photo Gallery

Posted on November 19, 2019November 19, 2019 by LHS Staff

On August 26th, 2019, Mark Nesbitt and Ross Satterwhite once again completed 100 holes of golf in one day as… Read more 14th Annual Golfathon – Photo Gallery

N. Manitou Island Day Trip – Photo Gallery 2019

Posted on November 19, 2019November 19, 2019 by LHS Staff

North Manitou Island Day Trip – Annual “Fun”draiserMonday, September 9th, 2019 We were fortunate to have volunteers and National Park… Read more N. Manitou Island Day Trip – Photo Gallery 2019

A Taste of History: Norwegian Coffee Cake

Posted on November 19, 2019November 19, 2019 by LHS Staff

This recipe originates from Regine (Amundson) Gronseth (b. 1854-d. 1942) who immigrated around 1881 from Norway with her husband Lars… Read more A Taste of History: Norwegian Coffee Cake

Exhibit Opening – 2019

Posted on July 18, 2019July 18, 2019 by LHS Staff

The Leelanau Historical Society kicked off its season with a reception for its membership on June 28th. The opening of… Read more Exhibit Opening – 2019

New Artifact: Retail Sign

Posted on July 18, 2019January 18, 2024 by LHS Staff

Since 2005 the Leelanau Historical Society has honored and displayed a wide assortment of black ash baskets and quillwork on… Read more New Artifact: Retail Sign

Museum Internship Opportunity – Summer 2019

Posted on March 14, 2019March 19, 2019 by LHS Staff

We are seeking a summer intern to assist with the ongoing digitization of our collection of historical photos, documents, and… Read more Museum Internship Opportunity – Summer 2019

From the Archives: Joe Manitou’s Pestle

Posted on March 14, 2019March 19, 2019 by LHS Staff

Here at the Leelanau Historical Society Museum, the archives are filled with interesting objects, documents, and photographs that help remind… Read more From the Archives: Joe Manitou’s Pestle

Volunteer Highlight – Lost in Translations

Posted on October 23, 2018November 28, 2018 by LHS Staff

A valuable asset to a small staffed museum is a team of volunteers. Without willing, knowledgeable members of our community… Read more Volunteer Highlight – Lost in Translations

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