About

Residents created the Bay Area Historical Society (BAHS) in 1986 to collect, preserve and disseminate knowledge about the history of the Bay Area (Silver Bay, Beaver Bay, and the surrounding area) and to relate it to the history of Lake County and the State of Minnesota.

The society maintains a museum, souvenir shop and visitor information center at 80 Outer Drive in Silver Bay, Minnesota. The building is open during the summer season from Memorial Day through September. Regular hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am until 4 pm.

The Society’s presentation of its physical collection is revolving as our space is limited and we are committed to increasing our online access. Please revisit our website for updates.

Memberships

You can become a member (or renew a membership) of the Bay Area Historical Society by selecting one of the options below or by mailing your check to us (Bay Area Historical Society, PO Box 33, Silver Bay, MN 55614). Please include your name, address, phone number and email address with your check. Your yearly membership includes invitations to special Society events, newsletters and a 10% discount at our Silver Bay store.

Bay Area Historical Society Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees
Ed Maki, Jr – President
Mary Stefanich Hoffman – Treasurer
Tedi Kytola
Karen Rautio
Faith Rockford
Gloria Stern
Donny Thompson

Advisory Board
Donna Dorow
Agnes Gilson
Irene Johnson
Maggie King
Chad Kirvan
Albertjan Vanafton