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The Lake Erie Islands Historical Society

About Us

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Our Approach

443 Catawba Ave
Put-in-Bay, OH 43456 419-285-2804

Mailing Address:
PO Box 25
Put-in-Bay, OH 43456

Our Story

Situated right next to the historic Put-in-Bay Town Hall, is Put-in-Bay's Lake Erie Islands Historical Society Museum. Founded in 1975, the mission of the Historical Society is to preserve and educate the local community and island visitors of the island’s rich history. The museum includes four buildings of over 6,000 square feet. Also on the grounds is a Research Library and the History Archives. The society hosts programs, seasonal events, tours, and lectures throughout the year.

Looking for a way to take home a piece of Put-in-Bay while supporting a great cause? Be sure to stop in the museum’s Resale Shop. Here you will find unique second-hand items of the locals for bargain prices. We only take the best items in great working condition, so you will want to be sure and stop by. All proceeds benefit the Historical Society.

Historical Museum Admission Price
Adults & Children: $7.00
Senior Citizens & Group Rate: $6.00
Children 5 and Under: Free
Veterans: Free

Hours of Operation
Open Daily May through October:
Current Hours: 11:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday,
11: am - 5:00 pm Saturday -Sunday
Off Season Hours Subject to Change

Board of Trustees

Maggie Beckford
Kendra Koehler
Bob Smith
Jeff Berquist
Marsha Baumert
Peter Huston
George Stoiber
Bill Slough
Dustin Heineman
Judy Kania
Brian Molnar
Nan Burr
Steve Nemec

Curatorial Advisors

Ty Burgess
Jeff Bykowski
Robin Burris Cadez
Mike Conshafter
Clark Davis
John Dodge
Mike Gora
Amy Huston
Kendra Koehler
Marsha Parker
John Rees
Don Rhodes
Susie Cooper
George Stoiber
Rich Zura

Staff Members

Dan Savage - Director
Cindy Clausen - Office Manager
Marsha Baumert - Resale Manager
Terri Travis
Lynn Thuning

Resale Volunteers

Marsha Baumert
Joy Berquist
Fenna Blue
Jeanne Burgess
Andrea Calfee
Amy Carper
Betty Caughey
Sally Duffy
Jody Frimel
Diane Ginsberg
Judy Kania
Bonni Lanese
Sondra Martens
Diane Martini
Mark Nemec
Fran Poe
Alex Polston
Bill & Joyce Slough
Bob Smith
Kathi Spayde
Dianne Szabo
Louise Titchener

Intererested in Becoming a Member?

The Lake Erie Islands Historical Society offers several membership opportunities, from yearly to lifetime memberships. Follow the link to contact us for more information on becoming a member.

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  • Email
    director@leihs.org
  • Phone
    (419) 285-2804
  • Fax
    (419) 285-3804
  • Address
    443 Catawba Ave
    Put-in-Bay, OH 43456

Upcoming Events

For more detailed information on Museum Events, please click on the Events link in the Menu at the top of the page.

May 13 — Museum and Resale Shop open full time for the season, 11 am to 5 pm

May 14 — Island Wide Garage Sale. Maps available t the Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce. Great bargains at the Resale Shop. Check us out.

June 22 — The North Bass Island Tour has sold out. The museum is maintaining a list of names that will be contacted in order if there are cancellations. Hosted by the museum and the friendly residents of North Bass. Ticket sales for members begin May 24. Non-members may purchase tickets beginning June 1. Rain date is June 23.

June 24 –Opening Party Potluck at Museum

August 4 — Museum Auction at Heineman Winery. The printed Island Guide has the incorrect date.

August 12 — Museum Art Auction at the Crew’s Nest. Preview at 3 pm, auction at 5 pm.

September 11 — Historical Weekend Old Tyme Baseball Game, 2 pm, on the East Law of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial.

September 17 — Annual Museum Membership Meeting and Potluck.

October 1 — Island Wine Festival Silent Auction at the Put-in-Bay Winery

October 6 — Museum Volunteer Party. Our chance to thank our volunteers who donate their time at our events and fundraisers, and who work in the Museum Resale Shop.

Mailing Address:
PO Box 25
Put-in-Bay, OH 43456

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    Put-in-Bay, OH 43456
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