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The goal of the Traverse Area Historical Society is to share local history of Traverse City and the Grand Traverse region.
Our final Historical Society program for the spring season will be on Sunday, May 18, starting at 2:00 PM at the McGuire Room at the Traverse Area District Library.
Peg Siciliano will present on West Bay as Traverse City's Economic Engine.
Come and explore Traverse City's economic history as seen through the influence of West Bay's (sometimes) sparkling waters. Hear the story, and revel in vintage images, of Traverse City's transformation from the times of Anishinabek fishing at the mouth of the Boardman/Ottaway River, thru the heyday of manufacturing and railroads, and on to the area's current ranking as a premier tourist location.
Peg Siciliano is currently a member of the TAHS Board, after having served as the TAHS Archivist from 2006 - 2016. She has a Master's Degree in American History from the College of William and Mary.
Either in person or virtually, please join us for this wonderful program. If joining via Zoom, please register HERE.