Archives Program
Wed, Jun 18
|Washington
Join the Washington Island Archives for a fascinating presentation on early Islander Captain Amos Saunders — schooner captain, pioneer landowner, and Washington Island’s very first town chairman in 1850.
Time & Location
Jun 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Washington, 870 Main Rd, Washington, WI 54246, USA
About the event
Join the Washington Island Archives for a fascinating presentation on early Islander Captain Amos Saunders — schooner captain, pioneer landowner, and Washington Island’s very first town chairman in 1850. Known for his regular voyages between Green Bay and Buffalo, Captain Saunders helped shape the island’s early history through his maritime skills and leadership. But beyond his public achievements, rumors swirled of shady dealings and secret schemes. Was there any truth to the whispers? Dive into the mystery as the Archives uncovers the man behind the legend and investigates the darker corners of his legacy.
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