Events – The Lake Erie Islands Historical Society

Put-in-Bay Road Races

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Upcoming Event

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Sunday, June 7— “Day in the Life of a Lighthouse Keeper” performed by storyteller Brian Ellis at the South Bass Island Lighthouse at 2 pm.

Saturday, June 13-– LEIHS’s Museum is reviving the Founder’s Day “Ox Roast” at the DeRivera Park event celebrating Founder Jose DeRivera, from 11 am to 4 pm or until the food is all sold. Today is also the 110^th Anniversary of the opening of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial.

Sunday, June 14— Pioneer Cemetery Walk at 4 pm. Focus is on Jose DeRivera in tribute to Founder’s Day Weekend.

Saturday, June 20 — LEIHS’s popular Silent Auction will be held at Ohio’s Island Wine Fest, hosted by Heineman Winery. The auction will be located adjacent to the Wine Tent.

Tuesday, June 23 — “Lake Erie Islands Sunset Cruise” onboard the Miller Boat Line’s popular wide open deck ferry boat. This adult-only cruise will depart Miller’s downtown dock at 8 pm and return to dock at Put-in-Bay at 10 pm.
Tickets are $50 each and include the cruise, music by Lucas Guy, appetizers, cookies and desserts, 2 free adult beverages, soft drinks and bottled water. There will also be a 50/50 Raffle and Door Prizes. If you join the Museum by June 21 during our June Membership Drive, you can save $10 on your individual ticket. You can also purchase tickets for full price online or at the Museum.

Sunday, June 28 — LEIHS Membership “Welcome Back Potluck & Membership Drive”. Gather at LEIHS Museum for our Welcome Back Potluck. Please bring a favorite dish to share. There will be cake.