Think & Drink Series: The Sinking of the Lady Elgin

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Stop in at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum on the evening of February 5th, 2026, to learn the fascinating history behind the collision and sinking of a luxurious sidewheel steamer, Lady Elgin, and how it came to be known as one of the worst maritime catastrophes in the Great Lakes.

Our speaker tonight is the author of Lost Lady: The Lady Elgin Tragedy, M. Paul Hollander. He recounts the 1860 wreck of the Lady Elgin, one of the most devastating maritime disasters in Great Lakes history. The 90-minute presentation includes the author’s personal connection to the tragedy, the historical events leading up to it, and eyewitness accounts.

This installment will take place on Thursday, February 5th, at 6:30 pm, at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum.

Admission is free and open to the public, with refreshments available for purchase. Each event features a specialty cocktail.

Doors and bar open at 6:00 PM. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the limited bar. The talk and livestream will begin at 6:30 PM. To access the livestream of this event, please register here: https://forms.gle/9uVKjxkDrRYh4BDL8.

The Wisconsin Maritime Museum is located at 75 Maritime Drive, Manitowoc, WI. For more information about this talk and upcoming events at the Museum, please visit our website: wisconsinmaritime.org

Please note: although these events incorporate a thematic drink, there is no requirement or emphasis on alcohol consumption. If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol and/or drug abuse, please reach out to the national substance abuse helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.