Join us for a screening of Boblo Boats: A Detroit Ferry Tale, followed by a Q&A with director Aaron Schillinger.
Boblo Island, one of America’s earliest amusement parks, sparked the imaginations of Detroiters and Ontarians for more than 85 years. Passengers by the thousands reached the island by way of two sister steamships, SS Columbia and Ste. Claire. In 1993 Boblo Island tragically shut down, and the boats were left to ruin. Mirroring Detroit’s decline and resurgence, two teams of people doggedly attempt the restoration of these iconic vessels as the city stands in the midst of a grass roots renaissance. Join us for a screening of this incredible and insightful film, featuring a Q&A with director Aaron Schillinger after the viewing.
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Movies | Genealogy & Local History |
The new branch on Harris Road has 2 small group study rooms and a large meeting room available.
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