Month: September 2011

2011 Somewhere in Time at Elizabeth Park

September 18, 2011

Country music, contemporary crafts and classic cars – not quite the stroll down memory lane I anticipated when I stopped in today for the annual Somewhere in Time event at Trenton’s historic Elizabeth Park. While I was disappointed the event wasn’t history oriented, car buffs will love it! What a great representation of vintage motor … More 2011 Somewhere in Time at Elizabeth Park

Civil War Day at Monroe County Historical Museum

September 17, 2011

Civil War Day at the Museum As part of the Civil War Sesquicentennial series, on Saturday, September 17th the Monroe County Historical Museum hosts a “Civil War Day” with authors, book signings, and presentations throughout the day. Admission pass is $4 per adult, $2 per child, 5 and under are free. The pass enables paid visitors … More Civil War Day at Monroe County Historical Museum

Woodlawn Cemetery reveals grandeur of Detroit’s past

September 16, 2011

I’m thinking of creating bumper stickers that say: Caution – I stop for historic markers and I stop for cemeteries. I’ve been known to pull over from the furthest lane or even turn around, in order to discover what historic event took place where a historic marker now stands. Cemeteries. Don’t get me started. I have … More Woodlawn Cemetery reveals grandeur of Detroit’s past