ADULTS ONLY: Maritime Bingo for Books
Date
July 10, 2026
Start Time
5:30 pm
End Time
7:00 pm
Event Details
Join Executive Director Bailey Sisoy-Moore for a riotous, rowdy, and downright ridiculous night of fun at the Michigan Maritime Museum.
On Friday, July 10, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, we’ll gather in the R.B. Annis Room for a special adults-only Maritime Bingo for Books.
Think bingo—but like you’ve never seen it before.
- Which Great Lakes captain lived fast, loved hard, and left behind the most marriages?
- How big can a monster sturgeon really get—and would you want to meet one?
- Which lonely lighthouse kept the same three souls watching the horizon for generations?
- What ship stretched longer than your imagination—and ruled the lakes because of it?
- Which American “princess” turned shipping fortune into a jaw-dropping $3 million dowry?
- Which ship met a dramatic end just miles from safety?
- What cargo once made fortunes—and disappeared overnight?
- Which Great Lakes storm rewrote maritime history in a single night?
- And so much more….
No maritime knowledge required—this isn’t trivia. It’s bingo with bite-sized lessons woven in: part show, part lecture, and an absolute blast, where anyone can play, win, and have a great time.
All game supplies are provided.
In the great tradition of bingo halls, this is BYOB—please bring your own drinks and snacks to enjoy during the event.
Winners will select a fabulous maritime book of their choice from Maggie’s Ship Store, the museum’s gift shop. Whether you’re interested in Great Lakes history, invasive species, or legendary shipwrecks, there’s something for everyone.
This special presentation contains adult themes and is not suitable for children or families. Guests of all ages are warmly invited to attend our regular Maritime Bingo for Books, taking place the same day from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Come ready to learn, explore, and win.
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE
Cost: $10 for members | $15 for non-members
