Join the Michigan Maritime Museum Wednesday, October 16th from
6:30pm - 7:30pm for the next segment of their 2024-2025 Lecture Series. The upcoming lecture
will celebrate the vibrant history of the Museum itself with Michigan Maritime Museum: 50 Years
of Legacy presented by the Museum’s Director of Education & Programs, Ashley M. Deming.
The Michigan Maritime Museum was founded in 1974 by Rowland Sylvester with the goal being
to share Michigan’s rich maritime history and legacy with the generations to come. What started
out as a single exhibit, the 1939 fish tug Evelyn S., has grown into a sprawling waterfront
campus with an ever expanding collection of exhibits and on-water fleet. Now 50 years later, the
Michigan Maritime Museum has become the shining star of South Haven’s maritime district
welcoming over 30,000 visitors a year and continuing the tradition of celebrating, preserving,
promoting, and stewarding the vibrant heritage and culture of Michigan’s Great Lakes and
waterways.
“As we continue to celebrate our 50th anniversary, I am reminded of the many people who have
made all of this possible.” said Patti Montgomery-Reinert, Executive Director. “It is because of
their passion and dedication that we are here today, and we are so excited to have this
opportunity to share our story through the lecture series.”
The Museum Lecture Series runs from September through April with a new lecture topic every
month. Lectures are $10 per person and FREE for Museum members.
Lectures are proudly sponsored by Nielsen-Wells Grant Fund & Mike and Susan Smith.
Event Details
Lecture Series- The Michigan Maritime Museum: 50 Years of Legacy
Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 6:30pm-7:30pm
Location: Michigan Maritime Museum, 260 Dyckman Ave., South Haven, MI 49090
Cost: $10 per person, FREE to Members