[Michlib-l] History Hounds Lecture: That Sinking Feeling: Michigan and the RMS Titanic - Wednesday, March 15

[Larry J. Wagenaar]

If you consider yourself a History Hound, always wanting to "sniff out" and
explore Michigan's most fascinating historical facets, join us for our
evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan's
History Hounds Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan's
history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home.

 

That Sinking Feeling: Michigan and the RMS Titanic - Wednesday, March 15 at
7 PM

 

Michigan had more than a passing connection to history's most famous
maritime disaster. More than 60 passengers aboard the White Star liner were
either Michigan residents or immigrants bound for the Wolverine State.
United States Senator William Alden Smith, who was from Grand Rapids,
organized and chaired the United States inquiry into the sinking. Senator
Smith's inquiry and findings became the basis for new maritime safety laws,
including the requirement that ships carry enough lifeboats for all aboard.
This presentation explores the Titanic's history, her fatal maiden voyage,
and the Michiganders who figured into her story.

 

Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at
the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan.
The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and
pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome.

 

If you are an individual member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration
for non-members is $5.

 

Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer, through Zoom Video
Communications and will be able to interact with the speaker and other
attendees.*

 

For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available.

 

TO REGISTER to attend visit:
http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/ 

 

 

Larry J. Wagenaar

Executive Director, Historical Society of Michigan

Publisher, HSM Magazines

5815 Executive Dr.

Lansing, MI 48911

Phone: (517) 324-1828

Fax: (517) 324-4370

Email: wagenaar at hsmichigan.org  

Website: www.hsmichigan.org

 

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