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Hey, Emmet County kids: Win $100 by telling us the coolest part of our local history!

Posted on January 9th, 2017

Emmet County Historical Essay Contest for elementary students announced The Emmet County Historical Commission is once again holding its annual Historical Essay Contest, which is open to any third- or fourth-grade student in Emmet County, including home-schooled children. First-place earns… Read More

2016 Essence of Emmet award winners announced!

Posted on September 30th, 2016

The caretakers of Emmet County’s history were celebrated Sept. 28, 2016 during the third annual Essence of Emmet history awards ceremony in Petoskey. In total, eight individuals were recognized for their contributions to protecting, preserving and sharing the county’s history by the Essence… Read More

‘Bombed but not forgotten’ topic of fall Essence of Emmet program on Sept. 28; annual awards night also planned

Posted on September 24th, 2016

The Essence of Emmet historical collaborative will host its second program of the year on a topic of local intrigue: the intentional bombing of Waugoshance Point lighthouse during World War II. The program will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Community Building at the Fairgrounds,… Read More

2016 Historical Essay Contest winners announced! Petoskey students take top prizes

Posted on May 11th, 2016

The winners of the 2016 annual Historical Essay Contest, presented by the Emmet County Historical Commission, have been announced. Both winners are Petoskey Elementary School fourth-graders in the “PALS” enrichment program, under teacher Kathy Slack at Sheridan Elementary School. First… Read More

‘The Mighty Mac: An Icon in Michigan’ next Essence of Emmet program on April 27, 2016

Posted on April 26th, 2016

The Mighty Mac: An Icon in Michigan’ next Essence of Emmet program on April 27, 2016 Free public event takes place from 6 to 8 p.m.at the Fairgrounds in Petoskey
The story of one of Michigan’s most recognized and beloved landmarks, the Mackinac Bridge, will be the topic of the Essence of Emmet… Read More

Historical essay contest update: Deadline approaching April 18 for youth entries

Posted on April 8th, 2016

Emmet County Historical Essay Contest for elementary students: The Emmet County Historical Commission is once again holding its annual Historical Essay Contest, which is open to any third- or fourth-grade student in Emmet County, including home-schooled children. First-place earns $100,… Read More

Fort Michilimackinac earns Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation

Posted on March 21st, 2016

2016 Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation announced; second year in a row that historical preservation in Emmet County recognized at state level An archaeological project believed to be the longest ongoing effort of its kind in the nation has earned state recognition.
Gov. Rick Snyder… Read More

2015 Essence of Emmet Award Winners

Posted on October 8th, 2015

A lifetime committed to preserving and sharing Emmet County’s history. A group of Pellston teachers who encourage their kids to learn and write about history. A brewery that restored an historic building and brought its past back to life for the current generation. A prolific writer who has spent… Read More

May 16: ‘Michigan’s Legendary Logging Era’ topic of May 16 program in Pellston

Posted on May 15th, 2015

PELLSTON BRANCH LIBRARY HOSTING “MICHIGAN’ S LEGENDARY LOGGING ERA” PROGRAM SATURDAY EVENING, MAY 16

Step back in time and experience logging in Northern Michigan via photographs, maps and stories. Carl Bajema, Professor Emeritus of Biology at Grand Valley State University,… Read More

APRIL 29 Essence of Emmet History Story Program: ‘Characters from our Past’

Posted on April 21st, 2015

The Essence of Emmet historical collaborative will once again host its twice-yearly historical programs featuring a topic of local intrigue, and the Spring event will take place on April 29, 2015 in Petoskey. “Characters from our Past” is the topic of this event, which will feature some… Read More