Annual Appeal 2011
As we prepare to close a seminal year in the history of the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society, we provide this update requesting continued support of this fine organization. In 2011 the Shipwreck Society successfully transitioned from its founder and visionary, Tom Farnquist, now a consultant and our Director Emeritus, to new management in Bruce Lynn. Every organization must at some point transition to the next generation of leadership and we are pleased to report our efforts have met with much success.
Please consider our progress and accomplishments in 2011:
Completed Phase II of Whitefish Point Light Tower Restoration
Completed the Historic Restoration of the Weather Bureau Building
Launched a monthly Maritime History and Shipwreck Lecture Series
Instituted an annual 5K Run for the Light fundraiser
Hosted the 150th Commemorative Event for the erection of our own Light Tower
Ushered more than 6,000 visitors to the top of our light tower for a truly memorable experience
Updated Interpretive Panels in the Shipwreck Museum
Actively began planning to find the WWI Era Lake Superior Wrecks of the French Minesweepers
Many exciting projects remain, including restoration of the present video theatre, originally built as a U.S. Navy barracks and restoration of a WFP Motor Life Boat House. Many wreck sites beckon to be discovered and documented, so to fashion appropriate memorials to Masters and crew.
Please remember our good work in your end of year charitable gifting. All gifts are tax deductible. Please use the enclosed envelope to prepare your contribution. Even modest gifts from so many members make a dramatic difference.
Please click here to make an online donation today! Alternatively, you may call our administrative office at 800-635-1742 and request a donation envelope; or, simply send your check to:
Annual Appeal 2011
Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society
400 West Portage Avenue
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783-1993
Thank you for your support!
2011 Projects & Accomplishments
