Project Objective
Capture the current condition of Leelanau County’s iconic Bi-Centennial Barn before restoration begins—highlighting its historical significance and architectural character.
Select photo sets will be shared with the property owner and the Leelanau Historical Society archives.
Note: While this project’s goal is public documentation, participants may choose whether or not to share their images. See “Image Use” section below.
Backstory
One of the most recognizable barns in Leelanau County, the Bicentennial Barn has long served as a roadside marker of rural heritage. With new stewards restoring it for the future, this is our moment to document the past.
Read more: Glen Arbor Sun article
Link : Leelanau Historical Society Image Archive of the Barn
Skills & Equipment
Skill Focus
• Depth of field, Framing and Exposure
• Artistic challenge: Telling a story in 3–5 images
For Beginners
AUTO mode is fully welcome. Most kit lenses cover the needed focal lengths. This is a learning-friendly, judgment-free session. Just come out
For Experienced Shooters
Challenge yourself: limit your equipment or total exposures.
Participants confident in their knowledge are encouraged to consider mentoring or leading future walks.
Time, Location & Access
Event Date; Friday June 20th at 7:00pm until 9:00pm
This is private property. Access is limited to the scheduled time only.
Located just north of Glen Arbor at the intersection of M22 and Bohemian Rd (669). Please park along Bohemian Rd and walk to the nearby bike path where the group will meet.
What to Bring
- Camera (any kind, seriously)
- Proper footwear for walking uneven terrain
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- A respectful, curious mindset
Safety & Etiquette
- Remain aware of your surroundings and stay within marked boundaries
- Do not climb or enter unsafe areas
- Be respectful of the land and owners—quiet voices, no litter
- Leave the site as you found it
Photo Challenge
Search the LHS image archives and find a historical photo of the barn. Try to recreate or respond to it with your own composition.
Image Use & Follow-Up
Submission Options
Participants may:
• Keep images for personal use
• Share selected images with the LPC community project gallery (stylized and artistic edits welcome)
• Submit to the Leelanau Historical Society archive for historical preservation
Archival Standards
Images intended for the LHS archive must be unaltered representations of the scene—accurate in tone, detail, and context.
Interpretive edits may be included in the LPC gallery but not the permanent archive.