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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: $4.00

Seniors (60 and over): $3.00

Children (8-12): $1.00

Children (7 and under): Free

Veterans with military ID: Free

Police and Fire: Free

Groups of 6 or more: $20.00 for group

Hours of Operation
Open Daily May through October:
Current Hours: 11 am - 5 pm Daily

Seasonal Hours
11 am - 5 pm Daily
Off Season Hours Subject to Change

Board Officers

Jeff Berquist, President
Nan Burr, Vice President
Dustin Heineman, Treasurer
Barb Hunter, Secretary

Board of Trustees

Marsha Ashley
Marsha Baumert
Mary Beckford
Susie Cooper
Judy Kania
Brian Molnar
George Stoiber
Betsy Volchko

Curatorial Advisors

Jeff Bykowski
Robin Burris Cadez
Mike Conshafter
John Dodge
Mike Gora
Amy Huston
Kendra Koehler
Marsha Parker
John Rees
Susie Cooper

Staff Members

Dan Savage - Director
Marsha Baumert - Resale Manager
Cindy Clausen - Office Manager

Resale Volunteers

Diana Kartheiser
Sonnie Martin
Diane Martini
Terri Travis

Event Committee

Kendra Koehler

Bylaws Committee

Maggie Beckford
Nan Burr

Nominating Committee

Judy Kania, Chairman
Marsha Baumert

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 (LEIHS uses this address so the map is accurate)
    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. Events are subject to change. Check back for more events and programs as they are added over the winter.

May 16 — Museum and Resale Shop opens daily for the 2025 season, 11 am to 5 pm

May 17 — Island Wide Garage Sale. Maps available at the Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce. Great bargains at the Heritage Resale Shop. Check us out.

June 21 — Ohio Wine Fest at Heineman Winery

June 24 — North Bass Trip. Leaving Put-in-Bay’s downtown Miller Dock at 9am sharp. $100/person. No larger than a 4 person golf cart (4 people maximum per cart).  If interested please email director@leihs.org
or call/message 419-285-2804.

TBD –Opening Party Potluck at Museum. Museum Members and anyone interested in supporting the Lake Erie Islands Historical Society Museum by joining are invited to attend. Everyone is asked to bring a food item to share. Cocktails start at 4 pm.

August 7 — Museum Auction at Heineman Winery. Preview items starting at 2 pm. live auction begins at 4 pm. One of the museum’s major fundraising events each year. Many vintage, antique and historical items available in both the live and silent auctions.

August 15 — Museum Art Auction at the Crew’s Nest. Island and area artists donate artwork to be sold to benefit the Lake Erie Islands Historical Society.

September 7 — Historical Weekend Old Tyme Baseball Game, location to be announced soon. The local Mossbacks challenge the Ohio Historical Society Muffins to a game using the original rules of baseball. Museum staff and volunteers will sell hot dogs and soft drinks provided by our friends at Miller Boat Line with all proceeds benefiting the museum.

TBD — Annual Museum Membership Meeting and Potluck. Museum Members attending the Annual Meeting will vote for members of the Board of Directors, each serving three-year terms. A brief overview of 2025 events and programs will be given, and a potluck will follow. Those attending are asked to bring a food item to share.

TBD — Museum and Heritage Resale Shop closes for the 2025 season.

TBD — 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. We always excited to see new volunteers join our team. Volunteers running the Resale Shop receive “Resale Shop Bucks” to purchase items in the store. Stop by and ask for more information, or to sign up.

 

 

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

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