Welcome
The Old Mission Peninsula Historical Society of Old Mission, Michigan (OMPHS) was founded in 1992 by a core group of citizens concerned about saving the Hessler Log Cabin which is now located on the grounds of the Mission Point Lighthouse. The society's work continues with monthly historical presentations, a memorial tree program, an American chestnut tree program, and volunteer support of the Peninsula Township's historic sites.
We invite you to explore our website and join us. We meet at 6:00 pm on the first Thursday, September through May, meeting is (6:00-7:00 pm) at the Peninsula Community Library. Each meeting features a program on topics of local history.
Upcoming Events
Our monthly meeting on Thursday April 4, 2024 will feature a program entitled "A Deeper Look At Peter Dougherty - A Man of His Times" by the President of the Peter Dougherty Society Chris Reiser.
A young man from rural upper New York State who earned a degree at the College of New Jersey (Princeton) and a divinity degree at Princeton Seminary. He then proceeded to spend the rest of his working days ministering to Native American's in Michigan, first in Old Mission, then Omena, and finally in Wisconsin. The presentation will draw from Dougherty's diary, church records, correspondence and the reflections of others who knew him. It will also explore the social forces that swirled around Rev. Dougherty at this time in the young United States of America. The meeting will take place in the Peninsula Community Library - Community Room at 6 pm. A brief business meeting will take place following the program. |