Community and Culture
Fishtown Preservation Society
Administrative Office: 203 E. Cedar St., PO Box 721, Leland, MI 49654
Fishtown Welcome Center: 201 W. River St., Leland, MI 49654
Phone: 231-256-8878
Email: info@fishtownmi.org
Saving the place, the stories, and the Great Lakes fishing tradition. Fishtown Preservation Society, a 501(c)(3) organization, exists to assure public access to Fishtown and to maintain its historical integrity, working waterfront, artifacts and stories through preservation, education and stewardship.
Leelanau Conservancy
105 N. First St., PO Box 1007, Leland, MI 49654
Phone: 231-256-9665
Email: info@leelanauconservancy.org
The mission of the Leelanau Conservancy, established in 1988, is to conserve the land, water, and scenic character of Leelanau County. With over 4,000 donors annually, the Conservancy is ensuring that Leelanau natural lands and farmland will endure for future generations.
The Old Art Building
111 S. Main St., PO Box 883, Leland, MI 49654
Phone: 231-256-2131
Email: info@oldartbuilding.com
The Old Art Building (OAB)’s mission is to promote cultural enrichment programs and events, to provide a gathering place for the community, and to ensure the preservation of the Old Art Building as a significant part of Leelanau history. Check out their website for events and classes.
Leelanau Historical Society Museum
203 E. Cedar St., PO Box 246, Leland, MI 49654
Phone: 231-256-7475
Email: info@leelanauhistory.org
The Leelanau Historical Society is a Museum and Research Center dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Leelanau Peninsula and its islands. The museum is home to permanent and rotating exhibits detailing local maritime history, Anishinaabek art, logging, agriculture, early transportation and tourism. Check their website for the current exhibits and visitor information. The Museum Gift Shop offers local history-themed books and gifts. Start your local history research with LHS's online resources found on their website. To set up an in-person appointment to visit the archives, please contact the staff in advance.
Leland Township Library
203 E. Cedar St., PO Box 376, Leland, MI 49654
Phone: 231-256-9152
Email: lelandlibrary@lelandtownshiplibrary.org
The Leland Township Public Library has books, e-books, public use computers and more on the river in Leland, Michigan.
North Manitou Light Keepers
PO Box 406, Leland, MI 49654
Phone: 517-294-7859
Email: info@northmanitoulightkeepers.org
North Manitou Light Keepers (NMLK) is a team of stewards dedicated to rehabilitating, maintaining, and appreciating the North Manitou Shoal Light - known locally as “The Crib.” Visit their website to learn more about the lighthouse rehabilitation, and their mission.