Thanks to all who joined our first virtual Benzonia Academy Lecture last evening! More than 50 households joined Mike Nagle's presentation, and the feedback has been all positive. For those…
We’re currently collaborating with the Benzonia Public Library and Benzie Central Schools on Remembering Benzie: An Oral History Project. The Library received an Institute of Museum and Library Services grant…
TV’s 9 & 10 News visits the Museum to share the story of the Smelt Boom in Beulah starting in the late 1800s. Click here to watch the interview!
The Benzie Area Historical Society has started an oral history video project focused on historical local events and reminiscences. Click on the YouTube icon to see our first one, featuring…
Florence Wallaker Bixby Oral History - Growing up in Franfort - Recorded February 2nd, 2020 Florence Wallaker Bixby is a life-long Frankfort resident. She attended Frankfort High School and Benzie County…
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The Benzie Area Historical Society connects people to the past through the vibrant story of Northwest Lower Michigan and the Benzie, Michigan region.
By collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of the Benzie area, we link the past and present with the hope of inspiring future generations.
