When did the first trains chug their way into northern Michigan—and what made them disappear? How did railroad companies lure travelers north, and how did the arrival of the rails transform the Little Traverse Bay region? Join Little Traverse Historical Society Executive Director Jane Garver for a fascinating journey through the golden age of rail. You’ll see original timetables and colorful advertisements from the museum’s collection, along with rare photographs that capture the excitement, glamour, and everyday life of the train era.
Jane Garver is the Executive Director of the Little Traverse Historical Society, which operates the history museum on Petoskey's waterfront. She also teaches English and Social Studies at Charlevoix Elementary School where she was named Outstanding Person in Education for 2023.
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