Hass' presentation will focus on a dramatic standoff between two Kentucky regiments and one Michigan regiment – both of which served the Union, and it will be enlivened by pertinent photographs, documents, and an original, never-seen-before sketch depicting the dramatic confrontation. This free lecture series is a great way to foster a deeper understanding of Jackson County's history. The talk is best suited for adults and children 12 years and up. Hass, Vice President of the Jackson County Michigan Historical Society, has successfully applied for four state historical markers and three national designations commemorating Jackson’s history and she also has authored three books. The Jackson native was named “City Historian,” by the Jackson City Council in 2022. The Jackson County Michigan Historical Society was founded in 2020 as a not-for-profit, private educational organization dedicated to perpetuating Jackson County’s history. For more information on events and anything related to the non-profit, please visit www.myjacksonhistorical.org
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City Historian Linda Hass to Give Presentation Wednesday
Jackson County - Join the Ella Sharp Museum and the Jackson County Michigan Historical Society for their last presentation in 2023-2024 Speaker Series on Wednesday, April 17, 6-7:30 pm in the community room of the museum. Speaker Linda Hass will give a presentation on "Union Troops and Freedom Seekers: A Complicated Relationship" Her topic will explore several myths and misconceptions regarding Civil War Union Troops and ensalved Americans, including a never before revealed Jackson connection.