Upcoming Presentations:
4/24/20 – Rogers City Theater, Rogers City, MI. Time 7:30p.m. Topic: “Mantou Mysteries”
6/10/20 – Leelanau Historical Society – Leland, MI – Time TBA Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
6/19/20 – Camden Township Library/ Camden United Methodist Church – Camden, MI. Time 6:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
6/25/20 – Ferndale Area District Library – Ferndale, MI. Time 6:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
6/30/20 – The Heritage Museum and Cultural Center – St. Joseph, MI. Time 6:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
7/1/20 – Montague Branch Library of MADL – Montague, MI. Time 7:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
7/23/20 – Fennville District Library – Fennville, MI. Time 6:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
7/27/20 – Lincoln Township Public Library – Stevensville, MI. Time 6:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
8/4/20 – Point Betsie Lighthouse – Frankfort, MI. Time 7:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
8/11/20 – Bayliss Public Library – Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Time 7:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
8/12/20 – DeTour Public Library – DeTour, MI. Time 6:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
8/13/20 – Les Cheneaux Community Library – Cedarville, MI. Time 1:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
8/13/20 – Engadine Library – Engadine, MI Time 7:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
8/26/20 – Pentwater Historical Society – Pentwater, MI Time 7:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
9/28/20 – Marguerite de Angeli Library – Lapeer, MI. Time 6:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
10/5/20 – St. Clair County Library – Port Huron, MI. Time 7:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
10/8/20 – Roscommon Area District Library – Roscommon, MI. Time 4:30 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
11/9/20 – Herrick District Library – Holland, MI. Time TBA Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
11/10/20 – Willard Library – Battle Creek, MI. Time 6:00 p.m. Topic: “Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
Author and shipwreck hunter Ross Richardson is available as a guest speaker for your organization. Enjoy the unique blend of history and technology by scheduling a presentation for your patrons today. For more information or to schedule an author presentation and book signing, fill out the “Presentation Inquiry” form below.
Presentations currently available:
“Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”:
Journey to Northern Lake Michigan, just off the shores of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Between the Manitou Islands and the mainland is a fleet of shipwrecked ghost-ships, just waiting to be found! Learn their stories and explore a newly found mystery schooner thought to be one of the most intact shipwrecks on the planet.
“Exploring Shipwrecks and Lighthouses in Northern Lake Michigan”:
Explore the largest lighthouse in the Great Lakes, as well as the rich history of the Beaver Passage, including newly discovered shipwrecks.
“Still Missing, Michigan’s Mysterious Disappearances”:
Based on one of the most talked about books in Michigan Region. Learn more about the Michigan region’s missing planes, ships and people.
“The Search for the Westmoreland, Lake Michigan’s Treasure Shipwreck”:
A classic Michigan shipwreck story filled with treasure, whiskey and some of the best underwater shipwreck footage ever shown publicly.
Past Speaking Events
Location Town Date Program
Milliken Auditorium Traverse City, MI February 19, 2020 “Exploring the W.C. KIMBALL, a Manitou Mysteries Shipwreck Adventure”
Romeo District Library, Kezar Branch Romeo, MI January 23, 2020 Manitou Mysteries
St. Ignace Public Library St. Ignace, MI January 21, 2020 Manitou Mysteries
Bay Area Divers Sandusky. OH November 23, 2019 Manitou Mysteries
Charlevoix Public Library Charlevoix, MI November 19, 2019 Manitou Mysteries
AGLMH Conference Traverse City, MI September 7, 2019 The Search for the Westmoreland
Benton Harbor District Library Benton Harbor, MI July 10, 2019 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
South Haven Memorial Library South Haven, MI July 10, 2019 Exploring Shipwrecks and Lighthouses in Northern Lake Michigan
Richland Community Library Richland, MI June 27, 2019 Exploring Shipwrecks and Lighthouses in Northern Lake Michigan
Galesburg-Charleston District Library Galesburg, MI June 26, 2019 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
St. Claire County Library Port Huron, MI March 7, 2019 Exploring Shipwrecks and Lighthouses in Northern Lake Michigan
Charlevoix Public Library Charlevoix, MI November 20, 2018 Exploring Shipwrecks and Lighthouses in Northern Lake Michigan
Kalkaska County Library Kalkaska, MI November 7, 2018 Exploring Shipwrecks and Lighthouses in Northern Lake Michigan
Bullard Sanford Memorial Library Vassar, MI October 30, 2018 Michigan Mysteries, Halloween Edition!
New Community Church Grand Rapids, MI October 17, 2018 Exploring Shipwrecks and Lighthouses in Northern Lake Michigan
Mackinaw Area Public Library Mackinaw, MI October 3, 2018 The Search for the Westmoreland
Leelanau Writers Series Northport, MI July 24, 2018 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Benzie Writers Series Beulah, MI June 27, 2018 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Caro Area District Library Caro, MI March 24, 2018 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
GM Retiree Club of Northern Michigan Eastport, MI October 5, 2017 The Search for the Westmoreland
Grand Rapids Historical Society Grand Rapids, MI September 14, 2017 The Search for the Westmoreland
Camp Arcadia, MI Arcadia, MI August 28, 2017 The Search for the Westmoreland
Elk Rapids District Library Elk Rapids, MI May 4, 2017 The Search for the Westmoreland
Rochester Hills Public Library Rochester Hills, MI February 9, 2017 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Peninsula Community Library Old Mission, MI January 26, 2017 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Allegan County Historical Society Otsego, MI October 19, 2016 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Grosse Point Public Library Grosse Point, MI August 13, 2016 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
S.S. City of Milwaukee Carferry Museum Manistee, MI July 14, 2016 The Search for the Westmoreland
CDCC Women's Auxilliary Frankfort, MI January 30, 2016 Shipwrecks of Benzie County
Wisconsin Marine Historical Society Milwaukee, WI December 12, 2015 The Search for the Westmoreland
Battle Creek Books Battle Creek, MI November 21, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Shipwrecks and Scuba Huron, OH November 16, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Ann Arbor District Library Ann Arbor, MI November 3, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Benzonia Public Library Benzonia, MI October 22, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Charlevoix Public Library Charlevoix, MI October 15, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Howard Branch Library Niles, MI August 7, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Lenawee District Library Adrian, MI July 22, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum Whitefish Point July 16, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Beaver Island Historical Society Beaver Island, MI June 25, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Fowlerville District Library Fowlerville, MI June 17, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Little Traverse Historical Museum Petoskey, MI June 8, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Fife Lake public Library Fife Lake, MI June 4, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Hope Village Acme, MI June 3, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Interlochen Library Interlochen, MI May 14, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
"The Rock" Youth Center Kingsley, MI May 3, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Cheyboygan Area Public Library Cheyboygan, MI April 26, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Leland Township Library Leland, MI April 17, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Gilmore Car Museum Hickory Corners, MI March 14, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Glen Lake Library Empire, MI March 7, 2015 Still Missing, Michigan's Mysterious Disappearances
Ghost Ships Festival Milwaukee, WI February 10, 2015 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
Great Lakes Shipwreck Festival Ann Arbor, MI December 17, 2014 Skillagalee: Shipwreck Graveyard
K'zoo Power Squadron Battle Creek, MI January 11, 2015 Still Missing, Mysterious Disappearances
Traverse Area District Library Traverse City, MI October 23, 2014 Still Missing, Mysterious Disappearances
Alden District Alden, MI October 4, 2014 The Search for the Westmoreland
Grand Rapids Public Library Grand Rapids, MI September 30, 2014 Still Missing, Mysterious Michigan Disappearances
Shipwrecks & Technology Spring Lake, MI September 23, 2014 Solo
Spring Lake Public Library Spring Lake, MI September 20, 2014 Still Missing, Mysterious Unsolved Disappearances
Grand Rapids Home for Veterans Grand Rapids, MI June 1, 2014 Still Missing, Mysterious Unsolved Disappearances
Michigan Schooner Festival Traverse City, MI May 27, 2014 Shipwrecked Schooners of the Manitou Passage
Benzie County Historical Society Point Betsie, MI April 22, 2014 The Search for the Westmoreland
Hackley Public Library Muskegon, MI January 14, 2014 The Search for the Westmoreland
Traverse City History Center Traverse City, MI October 15, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Inland Seas Education Center Suttons Bay July 30, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Charlevoix Public Library Charlevoix, MI July 25, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Leelanau Township Library Northport, MI July 24, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Peninsula Community Library Traverse City, MI June 11, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Delta Township District Library Lansing, MI June 10, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Inland Seas Education Center Suttons Bay, MI June 6, 2013 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
The Village at Bay Ridge Traverse city, MI April 26, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Surrey Township Public Library Farwell, MI April 4, 2013 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Veterans Home of Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, MI 3/29-31/2013 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Albion District Library Albion, MI March 16, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Milwaukee Underwater Film Festival Milwaukee, MI March 14, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Scubafest Columbus, OH March 2, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Benzie Area Historical Museum Benzonia, MI 2/15-17/2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Great Lakes Shipwreck Festival Ann Arbor, MI February 12, 2013 Michigan Mysteries
Our World Underwater Chicago, IL February 8, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
Kalamazoo Power Squadron Battle Creek, MI January 31, 2013 The Search for the Westmoreland
International Shipmasters' Conv. Traverse City, MI December 13, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Troy Historic Village Troy, MI November 15, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Huntington Woods Public Library Huntington Woods, MI October 20, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Grand Rapids Public Library Grand Rapids, MI October 13, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Shipwrecks & Technology Muskegon, MI September 27, 2012 Michigan Mysteries
Empire Area Museum Empire, MI August 29, 2012 The steamboat "Rescue"
Surrey Township Public Library Farwell, MI August 25, 2012 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
UASC Chicago, IL July 28, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Book Launch Party! Garden Theater Frankfort, MI July 20, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Iosco County Historical Society Iosco, MI July 18, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Beaver Island Historical Society Beaver Island, MI June 28, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Benzie Shores Library Frankfort, MI April 21, 2012 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Leelanau Historical Society Leland, MI April 19, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Dossin Great Lakes Museum Detroit, MI April 14, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Allegan Historical Society Allegan, MI April 4, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Ghost Ships Festival Milwaukee, WI February 25, 2012 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Kalkaska County Library Kalkaska, MI February 16, 2012 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Ford Sea Horses Ann Arbor, MI February 13, 2012 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Interlochen Library Interlochen, MI January 26, 2012 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Grace Episcopal Church Traverse City, MI January 20, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Interlochen Library Interlochen, MI January 3, 2012 The Search for the Westmoreland
Grand Rapids Home for Veterans Grand Rapids, MI December 17, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Northern MI RailRoad Club Traverse City December 2, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Sleeping Bear Dunes Lakeshore HQ Empire MI, November 16, 2011 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Empire Historical Society Empire, MI October 29, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Benzie Shores Library Frankfort, MI October 29, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Muskegon Maritime Museum Muskegon, MI April 16, 2011 Shipwrecks of Sleeping Bear Point
Muskegon Maritime Museum Muskegon, MI April 15, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Histories and Mysteries Holland, MI March 17, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum Sault St. Marie, MI March 6, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Michigan Treasure Hunters Club Plainwell, MI March 5, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Ghost Ships Festival, Milwaukee, WI January 19, 2011 The Search for the Westmoreland
Ford Sea Horses Ann Arbor, MI November 28, 2010 The Search for the Westmoreland
Traverse City Public Library Traverse City, MI November 10, 2010 The Search for the Westmoreland
Michigan Maritime Museum South Haven, MI October 16, 2010 The Search for the Westmoreland
Spring Lake Public Library Spring Lake, MI The Search for the Westmoreland
GTBUP annual Dinner Traverse City, MI The Search for the Westmoreland