LMC professor explains “Why the War of 1812 Matters” on March 20

The North Berrien Historical Museum invites the public to join us on March 20 for our monthly third-Tuesday program, when the featured speaker will be Dr. Chris Paine, Professor of History at Lake Michigan College.  Dr. Paine will present a program called “A Most Decisive Draw: Why the War of 1812 Matters.”  He will provide a general history of the War of 1812, emphasizing its often overlooked significance in the present-day.  Michigan Territory was the site of land and naval battles involving the U.S., Great Britain, and Native Americans, with lasting consequences for our state and nation.  The State of Michigan has even recognized the importance of the conflict with a special Commission to help commemorate the 200^th anniversary of the war.

“A Most Decisive Draw: Why the War of 1812 Matters” with Dr. Chris Paine will be held on Tuesday, March 20 at 7pm at the North Berrien Historical Museum.  The program is free and refreshments will follow.  The museum is located at 300 Coloma Avenue, on Red Arrow Highway across from Coloma High School.  For more information, contact the North Berrien Historical Museum at (269) 468-3330 or visit our website at www.NorthBerrienHistory.org.