Who we are:

The EKKHS was formed in 1994 as a means to properly care for and curate artifacts donated to Kane Lodge #454, F&AM by distinguished members throughout the years. Known as the “Explorers’ Lodge”, members included: Robert Peary, Adolphus Washington Greely, Richard Byrd, Donald MacMillan, Anthony Fiala, Albert Operti among others. Since its inception, the EKKHS has expanded the collection by acquiring artworks by Operti and Thomas Hicks, plus other polar ephemera. We are proud to display the figurehead of Kane’s ship, Advance: the Fair Augusta.

The EKKHS is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. Donations are fully tax-deductible.

The officers of the Society are:

Charles Cowing - Chairman

Paul Reitz - Secretary

Frank Riggio - Treasurer

Dmitrii Rykunov - Trustee

Steven Fox - Trustee

Joe Competello - Trustee