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SS Eastland: Titanic of the Great Lakes In-Person
Although few have heard of it, anyone who hears the story will never forget it. The SS Eastland was the greatest loss of life in a maritime disaster on the Great Lakes when she flipped onto her side in the Chicago river in 1915. If the Titanic is the story of hubris, the Eastland is a tale of unintended consequences. Hear the ill-fated tale from construction, sinking, salvage and legacy.
About Andrew Kercher
Andrew has degree in history and Philosophy from Albion College and a MS in Historic Preservation from EMU. He has worked at museums around the state, living around the straits of Mackinac for nearly a decade.He is currently the Community Engagement Manager in his home town of Port Huron where he lives with his wife Lauren and two wonderful cats, Gilbert and Sullivan. When not talking about history, Andrew can usually be found working on his 1958 Packard or antique firearm collection.
- Date:
- Friday, April 11, 2025
- Time:
- 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Multipurpose Room
- Audience:
- Adult High School
- Categories:
- Adult Programs
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