Month: June 2012

Sightseeing tour brings “Pure Michigan” feeling to Southeast Michigan

June 17, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sightseeing Tour Showcases Best of Southeast Michigan Grosse Ile, MI – June 15, 2012 – A great lake, a national park, an international wildlife refuge, a naval air station where a former president once trained, a historic home once belonging to one of our nation’s most controversial military leaders, remnants of the … More Sightseeing tour brings “Pure Michigan” feeling to Southeast Michigan

Unique International Tug Boat Race celebrates Detroit / Windsor maritime history

June 10, 2012

TUG BOATS – START YOUR ENGINES!  International Tug Boat Race set for June 23 The normally sedate Detroit River comes alive with roaring diesels and blaring air horns June 23 when tug boats of all sizes race for glory and trophies in the 36th annual International Tug Boat Race. The race begins at 1 p.m. … More Unique International Tug Boat Race celebrates Detroit / Windsor maritime history

2012 Most Endangered Historic Places in Southeast Michigan

June 7, 2012

The National Trust for Historic Preservation announced its 2012 most endangered historic places list. Click here to see complete list. Their list prompted me to think about the 11 most endangered historic places in SE Michigan. Here’s my list, flowing off the top of my head. I’m sure if I gave it further thought, I … More 2012 Most Endangered Historic Places in Southeast Michigan

Bicentennial of the War of 1812 update from The Henry Ford

June 6, 2012

Note: The following information was sent out by The Henry Ford Since May of 2010, The Henry Ford, in cooperation with the First Regiment of Volunteers has embarked on several new and exciting expressions of the War of 1812. The Bicentennial of the War of 1812 is upon us and we invite you to join … More Bicentennial of the War of 1812 update from The Henry Ford

Incredible Journey to Midnight: Detroit Underground Railroad Lantern Walking To

June 3, 2012

Incredible Journey to Midnight: Detroit Underground Railroad Lantern Walking Tour All Aboard the famous train without tracks Saturdays: June 18, July 23, Aug 13, Sep 17 / 7 PM (tour lasts 2.5-3 hours) $35 Adults / $20 Youth (17 and under).  Tours depart promptly from inside Second Baptist Church, 441 Monroe Street, Detroit 48226 (Contact Hometown … More Incredible Journey to Midnight: Detroit Underground Railroad Lantern Walking To