Join us Sunday, November 23rd, at the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site for a special Historical Speaker Series presentation: “How the Packard Proving Grounds Was Saved.” John MacArthur, the lead negotiator in a lengthy effort to preserve this historic automotive testing site, will share his inspiring story of dedication and community spirit. Attendees receive a […]
Before it was Selfridge Field, there was Joy Aviation Field—a bold experiment in early 20th-century industrial aviation by Henry Bourne Joy, president of the Packard Motor Car Company. In 1915 he acquired over 600 acres along Lake St. Clair in Harrison Township to test Liberty aircraft engines. This engaging presentation, led by Steve Mrozek, will […]
August 28: Enjoying the Ride: Michigan’s Inland Lake and River Excursion Boats, 1835-2020 | Maritime Historian Scott Peters will present on how excursion boats in Michigan evolved out of river steamers, and how they became popular entertainment at lakefront resorts, taking passengers on leisurely trips around lakes. In more recent years, the boats have become […]
Visit local sites to see historic preservation in action! Tours require standing and walking. The length of each tour is noted in their individual descriptions. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Participants will need to secure their own transportation to the tour site. | Registration closes at 12pm on Friday August 8 | Location: […]
August 10: The 28th Amendment?: Do we have a new Amendment? What effect would the ERA have on our body politic? | Constitution Cafés are an open discussion using the Socratic Method of inquiry to explore different aspects of the USA Constitution and Amendments each month. These open discussions are led by Oakland County lawyer […]
We learn in history class that the Underground Railroad was extremely instrumental in aiding enslaved people searching for freedom. What we always don’t learn about is the role that Indigenous people, who sometimes enslaved themselves, played in helping others get to freedom. Learn about the important role that Indigenous people played in assisting others in […]
The Michigan Jazz Festival offers educational opportunities throughout the year virtually and onsite. Please join us for our next free virtual event when Board Member Vince Chandler will interview the accomplished Detroit saxophone player, De’Sean Jones on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Jones attributes his becoming a musician to the late Marcus Belgrave who was like […]
Travel back in time and taste teas from around the world! You will receive a cup (or bring your own tea cup!) to sample 5 distinct teas as you learn about each tea’s history. A short presentation will be given in the Church every half hour beginning at 1:30pm. Plan to spend an hour sipping […]
Sunday May 18, 10am-11:30am OR 1pm-3:30pm | More than 150 years ago men from Troy took up the Union cause. What do we know of them before the war? Discover connections written in stone as we show you the markers of soldiers at Crooks Road Cemetery. This rain or shine tour lasts about 90 minutes, […]