Free Member Mingle and Immerse Yourself Presentation: German U-Boats in the Keys at the History of Diving Museum

On Wednesday, March 18th, the History of Diving Museum will host a Member Mingle, as well as a lecture by Florida Keys historian and PhD, Dr. Corey Malcom. Learn about upcoming programs at the Museum and the benefits of membership before you learn the fascinating history behind German Navy forces in the Florida Keys during World War II.
 
Corey Malcom is the Lead Historian for the Florida Keys History Center, a section of the Monroe County Public Library tasked with the mission of exploring, preserving, promoting, and making accessible the history of Monroe County, Florida. Aside from historical research, Dr. Malcom has also conducted archaeological investigations of submerged historical sites throughout the Florida Keys. He was awarded a doctoral degree by the University of Huddersfield (England) for his research into the shipwrecked Spanish galleon Santa Clara, sunk in 1564.
 
During World War II, German U-boats terrorized shipping and tested homeland defenses throughout the greater Florida Keys. As significant as these events were, they were often kept out of the public eye and are not well remembered. Dr. Malcom’s presentation will explore the deadly activities of the submarines, the battles against them, and the reminders of their presence that remain today.
 
Are you already a member of the Museum or interested in becoming one? Before Immerse Yourself, the Museum’s Member Mingle will take place from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM. Light refreshments will be served. Members of the Museum who bring in new signups as well as new members who join that night will receive a free gift. Be sure to stop by and see featured exhibit Dive Into Art: Stories from the Sea before it closes on April 15th! This incredible art display showcases works from artists throughout the Keys, both from students and the Art Guild of the Purple Isles. Each piece was inspired by fantastic nautical tales from around the world, and many of these pieces are available for purchase.
 
If you are interested in attending the Immerse Yourself lecture either in-person or online via Zoom, visit our homepage DivingMuseum.org to register. This session will also be recorded and posted to the HDM YouTube channel. The History of Diving Museum would like to thank this month’s Immerse Yourself sponsors: Bill & Janne Wissel, and the Newton Family.
 
The History of Diving Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in Islamorada (MM83). Divers and non-divers alike are amazed by over 5,000 years of “the quest to explore under the sea.” The Museum has 14 core exhibits plus two annual limited-time Featured Exhibits as well as a Museum Store with unique gifts. Check out DivingMuseum.org for more details, to become a member or shop online.