In celebration of Women’s History Month, we will share three stories of women in the workforce. Throughout history, a women’s… Read more Women in the Workforce – Women’s History Month

Museum & Archives Internship Opportunity Summer 2023 *No Longer Accepting Applications for the 2023 Season. The Leelanau Historical Society &… 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

*Applications Closed for 2024. Application deadline: November 30th, 2023. Located in Northwest Lower Michigan, Leelanau County presents exciting possibilities for… Read more Leelanau Press Research Fellowship