BANKS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY

EAST JORDAN, MI

Mission Point Lighthouse in Traverse City, Michigan
Mission Point Lighthouse in Traverse City, Michigan Credit: Peter Ciro Photography

Banks Township Historical Society is a non-profit organization in East Jordan, Michigan, dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Banks Township and the surrounding area. The society was established in 1983 and has since been collecting and archiving documents, photographs, and artifacts related to the township's history.

The society operates a museum, which houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the area's rich history. The museum is open to the public on weekends during the summer months and by appointment throughout the year. In addition to the museum, the society also maintains a research library, which is available to members and researchers by appointment.

The society hosts various events and programs throughout the year, including historical lectures, educational programs for school groups, and community events. The society also collaborates with local organizations and businesses to promote the area's history and attract visitors.

Banks Township Historical Society is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who are passionate about preserving the area's history for future generations. The society welcomes new members and volunteers who are interested in learning more about the area's history and helping to preserve it for the future.

BANKS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EAST JORDAN MI. US MID #8402600737

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Mission Point Lighthouse in Traverse City, Michigan
Lobster Boil, Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Leelanau State Park, Northport, Michigan In August 2020, we attended a socially-distanced lobster boil dinner that was the annual fund raiser for the light house preservation group. Here volunteers are preparing the freshly boiled lobsters for the diners.
Lobster Boil, Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Leelanau State Park, Northport, Michigan In August 2020, we attended a socially-distanced lobster boil dinner that was the annual fund raiser for the light house preservation group. Here is the tent where the meal was served.
Lobster Boil, Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Leelanau State Park, Northport, Michigan In August 2020, we attended a socially-distanced lobster boil dinner that was the annual fund raiser for the light house preservation group. Here volunteers are preparing plates of food to serve to diners.
Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Northport, Michigan The main building with the lighthouse tower at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Leelanau State Park. An old fishing boat has been repurposed as a flower bed as you approach the lighthouse. August 2020
20200815_182946Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Northport, Michigan In August 2020, we attended a socially-distanced lobster boil dinner that was the annual fund raiser for the light house preservation group. Here is the meal as presented, with a cup of Leelanau sourced wine on the left.
Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Northport, Michigan In August 2020, we attended a socially-distanced lobster boil dinner that was the annual fund raiser for the light house preservation group. Here the volunteers are preparing to boil a basket of lobsters.
Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Northport, Michigan In August 2020, we attended a socially-distanced lobster boil dinner that was the annual fund raiser for the light house preservation group. Here a basket of lobsters is awaiting a turn in the boiling pot.
Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Northport, Michigan Entry sign explaining facts about the lighthouse.
Windows on the Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Northport, Michigan Windows on the main building with the lighthouse tower at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Leelanau State Park, Northport, Michigan.
Historic markers, Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Northport, Michigan Historic plaques on the side of the main building with the lighthouse tower at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Leelanau State Park, Northport, Michigan.
Grand Traverse Lighthouse scenery, Northport, Michigan Part of the view around the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Leelanau State Park, Northport, Michigan.

Contact BANKS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BANKS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY
04470 WATERMAN RD
EAST JORDAN
MI
49727

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MID # 8402600737
Name BANKS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 382943043
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 45.140936, -85.159701
CODES FIPS State Code: 26
FIPS County Code: 029
US Census Tract: 001000
US Census Block: 2026