Local historians established the Wilkinson Homestead Historical Society in 2000 in order to restore a classic 19th century house in Eastport that had been vacant for many years. Thanks to their hard work and to many generous donations the task is nearly complete. Volunteers welcome visitors to the house on summer weekends and bring guest speakers and performers to a popular lecture series from May through September.
Wilkinson Homestead
5940 M-88 Highway
Eastport, Michigan
(231) 599-2043
Support the restoration of the Wilkinson Homestead
- Buy geraniums! 2009 Geranium Order Form
- Purchase a copy of Pioneer Notes
- Make a donation
The Wilkinson Homestead Historical Society, Inc. is a Michigan nonprofit corporation, and is exempt from taxation under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Your contributions are tax deductible, and will help to continue the restoration of the historic Wilkinson Homestead. Mail to:
Wilkinson Homestead Historical Society, Inc.
PO Box 102
Eastport, Michigan 49627
I would like to buy 2 copies of Pioneer Notes by Grace Hooper. Who do I contact to make a purchase?
By: Marcy Ford on April 8, 2009
at 11:17 am
Hi, Marcy. You can send a check for $50 ($25 for each book) made out to the Wilkinson Homestead Historical Society, Inc., to PO Box 102, Eastport, MI 49627. Treasurer Connie Claar will see to it that you get your books.
By: Gerry on April 8, 2009
at 12:03 pm
Gerry, I will put a check in the mail today. I have been working on my family tree and was surprised to find out that many of my family lived right here in Antrim County in Torch Lake Village! I had no idea. Leslie Lee told me about the book and when I checked it out at the library, I found several of my family members referred to in the book. They moved north along with many other people during the 1860’s from the Hillsdale area. Do you know how I can find out where Carrie Zeran’s Bay View school was located? Marcy
By: Anonymous on April 8, 2009
at 3:13 pm
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By: Didjenos and bank robbers – Mondays in Eastport are full of surprises « Torch Lake Views on May 14, 2009
at 9:36 am
I don’t know, Marcy, but I know people who know and I’m on the case. Stay tuned.
By: Gerry on April 8, 2009
at 10:25 pm