By Ande Finley

LIHS trustee

Were you on Lopez in the 1970s? Do you have photos of that very interesting time?

The Historical Society has excellent records of people who were here prior to 1930, but a scant selection from more recent years. To celebrate the museum’s 40th anniversary, the museum’s staff and volunteers are looking for photos of Lopez residents and places from that era. We plan to feature the images in this year’s Family Album display.

“You don’t have to donate your originals,” says Museum Director Mark Thompson-Klein. “Just bring in your pictures to be scanned. We can usually do it while you wait. And when you’re here, please take a moment to tell us your story.”

Each of us has a tale to tell about how and why we came to live in this unique and irresistible place. As part of the year-long celebration, the museum invites everyone to take his or her place in Lopez history. Whether you are a full- or part-time resident or have family ties to the island, please call or come by the museum to share your photos and stories.

Later in the summer, we’ll be constructing a 40th Anniversary History Timeline. We hope you’ll join us.