Captain Sam’s Mighty Ironton Ferry – 100th Anniversary Edition

Real‑life Ironton ferryman Art Halloran and his wife Jane have created a charming piece of local history for young readers with their 2025 book Captain Sam’s Mighty Ironton Ferry. Beautifully illustrated by Jim DeWildt, this story follows a day aboard the beloved Ironton Ferry as it crosses the South Arm of Lake Charlevoix at the historic Ironton Narrows.

The title pays tribute to Ironton’s most legendary ferryman, Sam Alexander, whose remarkable life was featured in Ripley’s Believe It or Not! He was celebrated as the man who traveled thousands of miles yet never strayed more than a few hundred feet from home.

A perfect keepsake for families, ferry fans, and anyone who loves Charlevoix’s rich maritime heritage.

This special edition features a commemorative foil seal on the front cover, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the current Ironton Ferry vessel. It first entered service in 1926 and has faithfully carried passengers across the narrows ever since.

Juvenile Nonfiction. 20pp. under soft covers.
ISBN  979-889940-424-5
Printed in the U.S.A.