EVENTS

History on the Water is planning a boatload of events to satisfy our mission to celebrate the stories of uncommon people, places, and things of the Grand Traverse Region. Watch this space as we build a history and culture museum like none you’ve seen before!

Engaging & Lively

Our core process is storytelling, the exciting way knowledge has been passed down through all the ages.

Up close & personal

We view history and culture through the eyes of the people who were living lives of courage and optimism about the future.

Adventure filled

We will cover the map to focus on what made every corner of the Grand Traverse special for thousands of years

VARIED

We will include all 77 Elements of the Grand Traverse and the colorful individuals, groups, clubs, organizations and businesses behind them.

FAST-PACED

There will be live presentations and immersive history experiences, as well as takeaway guides to explore to find your place in GT history.

always new

Our digital-first museum lets us explore new themes and stories each month. Without dusty glass cases!