“Know Your Ships” editor, cartoonist Don Lee, coming
to the National Museum of the Great Lakes June 9

TOLEDO – The National Museum of the Great Lakes looks forward to welcoming Roger LeLievre, the editor and publisher of the “2024 Know Your Ships: Guide to Boats & Boatwatching on the Great Lakes & St. Lawrence Seaway” on Sunday, June 9, from 12-3 pm. Get your author-signed copy of the latest edition (available in standard and spiral-bound versions) and engage with the expert behind this comprehensive guide.

“Having a maritime expert like Roger engage with our visitors enhances the experience for the beloved boatnerd community and provides a unique opportunity to dive deeper into the world of Great Lakes shipping,” said Ellen Kennedy, Director of Museum Operations at the National Museum of the Great Lakes.

“Know Your Ships” is an essential guide for both casual boat watchers and serious enthusiasts of nautical commerce,” Kennedy added.

In addition, the event will feature a special appearance by renowned cartoonist and illustrator Don Lee. Lee is offering personalized freighter caricatures to visitors and signing copies of his children’s book, “Boats Can’t Jump.” Don Lee Signature Series stickers and magnets featuring the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship and the Museum Tug Ohio will also be available for purchase and signing.

For more information, visit www.nmgl.org.

Make Your Plans Now for Soo
Boatnerd Picnic, Freighter-Chasing Cruise

Join us for the Annual Boatnerd Picnic and Freighter-Chasing Cruise on the St. Marys River during the annual Engineers Day weekend at Sault Ste. Marie June 27-38. Find details on both events here: https://boatnerd3.jasonbowlerdesign.com/boatnerd-soo-gathering-june-27-28-2024/