Latest Past Events
The first inhabitants that roamed the Northwoods
White Oak Grill at Chippewa Retreat 13029 Deer Park Road, Manitowish WatersOn Wednesday, February 12th join us for a special lunchtime presentation at White Oak Grill on the first inhabitants that roamed the Northwoods thousands of years ago. Jim will talk about the customs and the way of life for the Ojibwe, the Anishinaabe, the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Indians, our Indigenous predecessors…
Culturally Modified Trees
ZOOM Manitowish WatersOn Tuesday, February 11th we will have our second winter Zoom presentation. Join historian Jim Bokern from 7-8 pm Central time to learn about Culturally Modified Trees in the area. These trees are significant because they tell stories about how those from the past altered trees either for Ojibwe food and building purposes or by…
The Story of Rest Lake Dam
White Oak Grill at Chippewa Retreat 13029 Deer Park Road, Manitowish WatersJoin us on Wednesday, January 22nd at beautiful White Oak Grill to hear historian Jim Bokern share the story of Rest Lake Dam from the beginning, how it helped establish the hub of downtown Manitowish Waters then and now, and how it’s impacted life, commerce and recreation in the area over the years. The cash…