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.
Monthly Meeting
The November 6th monthly meeting of the Old Mission Peninsula Historical Society will be held at 6 pm in the Peninsula Community Library Community Room. The library. is located at 2893 Island View Rd. Traverse City, Michigan 49686.
Join us for Part 2 of David Taylor’s presentation on Northern Michigan and the Civil War. In this part of his presentation, David will shift from the home front to the battlefront, sharing the story of famed military units, including Company K of the 1st Michigan Sharpshooters.
An active member of our Society, and also an Army veteran, David has had a life-long interest in the Civil War, with ancestors who fought on both sides.
Program the program is open to the public and there is no admission charge. It will be followed by a short business meeting.
The November 6th monthly meeting of the Old Mission Peninsula Historical Society will be held at 6 pm in the Peninsula Community Library Community Room. The library. is located at 2893 Island View Rd. Traverse City, Michigan 49686.
Join us for Part 2 of David Taylor’s presentation on Northern Michigan and the Civil War. In this part of his presentation, David will shift from the home front to the battlefront, sharing the story of famed military units, including Company K of the 1st Michigan Sharpshooters.
An active member of our Society, and also an Army veteran, David has had a life-long interest in the Civil War, with ancestors who fought on both sides.
Program the program is open to the public and there is no admission charge. It will be followed by a short business meeting.
