The Leelanau Historical Society will present a virtual program, Thursday, May 9 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Thomas Henthorn, the Wyatt Professor of Public History and director of preservation studies minor at the University of Michigan-Flint.
In addition to conducting research and teaching projects at Michigan cemeteries, Dr. Henthorn sits on the board of Flint’s two oldest cemeteries. He was recently recognized for his cemetery preservation projects with the Michigan Historic Preservation Network “Citizen’s Award.”
Henthorn will explore preservation issues in Michigan cemeteries — monuments and markers, and how caring for each can vary based on material, age, environment and other factors.
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_affyDtugS3eWWc1KI31Nvw.
