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SUMMARY:The Hotel Whitcomb: The Jewel of the Midwest
DESCRIPTION:August 20\, 2024: The Hotel Whitcomb: The Jewel of the Midwest\n\n\n\n\nBy Tim Moore\, History Instructor\, Lake Michigan College\n\nFrom a log lodge to an opulent hotel under different names\, the Whitcomb has a long and rich history. The Whitcomb recalls mineral baths enjoyed by scores of people\, a moving sidewalk\, a breath-taking view of Lake Michigan\, more than 200 hotel rooms\, a dining room for 800 guests\, a Marine Bar resembling a ship\, and visits from such notables as Eleanor Roosevelt\, Ann Landers\, and Duncan Hines. And let's not forget "Polly Whitcomb\," the talkative parrot. Please join us for a look at the history of the Whitcomb\, the "Crown Jewel" that made the National Register of Historic Places in 2021.\n\nSince 2003\, Tim Moore has been a history instructor at Lake Michigan College. His courses include American History\, including the Civil War and Reconstruction\, the History of Modern East Asia\, and Western Civilization\n\n\n\n\n\nPrograms are FREE and open to all!\n\nAll programs begin at 1:00 p.m. unless noted otherwise. This year's programs and concerts will be a hybrid of in-person (at the Scott Club unless noted otherwise) and online. Non-members/guests please send email to info@scottclub.org to request a Zoom link.
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LOCATION:South Haven Scott Club 652 Phoenix St\, South Haven\, MI 49090
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