Mason County Historical Society

16/10/2026

Our 2026 Gala was a great success!

Thanks again to all of our donors, sponsors, and supporters.

05/10/2026

Filer Credit Union members and employees, don’t miss 50% admission before the season ends on October 17th! 🙌

We’re proud to partner with Filer Credit Union, our first Community Access Partner, helping make local history more accessible to the community.

Visit our locations and enjoy local history today! Learn more at masoncountymihistory.org

30/09/2026

A story about one of our board members, Coach Mike Hankwitz.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP – For Mike Hankwitz, a lifetime in football did not end when the final whistle blew on his more than 50-year college coaching career. The Mason County Central High School graduate and former University of Michigan football player has assembled a collec...

30/09/2026

Ludington Lumber Days is this weekend! Check out our Michigan Logging Encampment at Historic White Pine Village on Saturday. Enjoy activities and live demonstrations as we celebrate our local history together. 🌲

Get your tickets at the door or online at masoncountymihistory.org/tickets

29/09/2026

Looking for a fun fall activity? 🍂

Explore the Historic White Pine Village this week and save $5!

Every week, Tuesdays-Thursdays through September, receive $5 off admission.

Enjoy local history today!

28/09/2026

Add the Historic White Pine Village or the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum to your fall bucket list!

All Filer Credit Union members enjoy 50% off admission and can explore the local history. You don’t want to miss this deal before the season ends on October 17th!

Thank you to our partner, Filer Credit Union, our first Community Access Partner, for helping make local history more accessible to the community.

Visit today! Learn more at masoncountymihistory.org

Mason County Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the local history of Mason County, Michigan. The society runs Historic White Pine Village, Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and the Mason County Emporium. The society is a private non-profit.

27/09/2026

Thank you for celebrating with us! 💛

What a night! From the trivia and historical costumes to the auctions and games, our Annual Gala celebrating 50 Years of Historic White Pine Village was truly one for the history books.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, gathered your friends, dressed up, bid generously in our auctions, and helped us celebrate this incredible milestone.

Your support helps sustain all of the work of the Mason County Historical Society, from preservation and exhibits at Historic White Pine Village to the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and the Emporium and Archives.

Here's to the next 50 years, and to 2027, when we celebrate the Maritime Museum's 10th anniversary and MCHS's 90th! We couldn't do any of this without this community.

Thank you for making the evening unforgettable. 🙏

25/09/2026

We’re celebrating 50 years of Historic White Pine Village, and we couldn’t do it without you!

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors and everyone who has joined us in celebrating this special milestone. Your support helps preserve Mason County’s history and bring these stories to life for generations to come.

Haven’t gotten your ticket yet? There’s still time to join us at the Mason County Historical Society Gala TOMORROW!

Get your tickets today at tickettailor.com/events/masoncountyhistoricalsociety/2161889?date=2026-09-26

25/09/2026

Tomorrow's the night!

After 50 years of growing Historic White Pine Village into the largest living history museum on the west side of Michigan, it's finally time to celebrate.

Join us Saturday, September 26 at the Stearns Hotel Ballroom. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Come hungry, come ready for trivia and auctions, and don't forget to dress the part if you're going for Best Historical Costume!

We can't wait to gather with all of you for one unforgettable evening. See you tomorrow! 🥂

24/09/2026

Curious to see where your support goes?

Step into Historic White Pine Village and experience local history brought to life. Your donations, tickets, and support help preserve these stories, spaces, and experiences for generations to come.

Come see the impact for yourself at masoncountymihistory.org