He is remembered as the founder of the Jesuit St. Ignace mission and as an explorer, but who was the man known as Father Marquette? What was he like? How did he come to the Straits and why did he explore the Mississippi River?Jennifer McGraw will present a deeper look at the life and work of Father Jacques Marquette.

Seating is limited, please register here for this free, in-person program. Masks recommended.

This program is sponsored by the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Institute of Library and Museum Services, and the St. Ignace Area Community Foundation.