Join us for the our 2026 Fall Lecture Series, presented by Impact Employment Solutions. Participants can choose when registering to join us in-person at the museum or tune in online via Zoom. Please select in-person or virtual when selecting tickets on Eventbrite.ย
Wednesday, October 21 at 7 pm
More than a century after it disappeared into a fierce Lake Erie storm, the fate of the Marquette & Bessemer No. 2 remains one of the Great Lakes’ greatest maritime mysteries. Join author and historian Dr. Thomas Adams as he examines the ship’s final voyage, the conditions that led to its loss, the crew who sailed aboard, and the evidence that may reveal its final resting place beneath the waters of Lake Erie.
This hybrid lecture series is free to attend, with the option to participate in person at the National Museum of the Great Lakes or online via Zoom. Registration is required for both attendance options. While the series is offered at no cost, donations are gratefully accepted to support future educational programming.
About the Speaker
Dr. Thomas Adams is an allied health professional and amateur historian from Cleveland, Ohio, with a lifelong passion for Great Lakes history. He is the author of a book on the loss of the Marquette & Bessemer No. 2 and has presented his research to museums, libraries, and maritime organizations throughout northern Ohio. Dr. Adams also appeared as a featured content expert on the PBS special Secrets of the Abyss, which explored the enduring mystery surrounding the ship’s disappearance.
Meet our Sponsor
Impact Employment Solutions (IES)ย stands as a beacon of opportunity, offering a comprehensive suite of employment services tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients and job seekers alike. Specializing in temporary labor, temp-to-hire workforces, and direct hire permanent placements in HR, engineering, and technical trades, IES exemplifies dedication to facilitating seamless transitions into fulfilling employment opportunities.
Headquartered in Toledo, IES has forged enduring partnerships with numerous esteemed clients across Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Florida, and Canada. Their tailored approach ensures that each client’s unique operational landscape and requirements are met with precision and excellence. With a track record of success and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction, IES continues to shape the employment landscape, one successful placement at a time.
