Hometown History Tours is set up to receive PayPal payments for the December 5th 170th Custer Birthday Celebration and Historic Holiday Tour. You may use credit cards and you don’t need a PayPal account. Note: You do have to make an individual transaction for each ticket. For $35 ticket (includes narrated bus tour, lunch, VIP … More HHT December 5 Custer 170th Birthday Tour Payment System
For Immediate Release Contact: Karin Risko, Director of Hometown History Tours Local historians discuss Custer’s Michigan connection Sunday on Irish radio Grosse Ile, MI – November 6, 2009 – Monroe’s Steve Alexander and Monroe County Historical Museum Assistant Director David Ingall talk Custer across the pond on Sunday evening, November 8, 2009, as guests of … More Local historians to discuss Custer’s Michigan connection Sunday on Irish radi
“I am not thinking so much of teaching children to dance, but of teaching children courtesy and conduct that go with dancing.” Henry Ford … More Henry Ford: The dancing driver-automotive icon and his wife’s pretty feet
Hometown History Tours is pleased to announce a special December 5th tour and celebration to commemorate the 170th birthday of Civil War General George Armstrong Custer, commander of the Michigan Cavalry Brigade and America’s youngest general. Custer 170th Birthday Celebration & Historic Hometown Holiday Tour Saturday, December 5, 2009 10 AM to 3:30 PM We … More Custer 170th Birthday Celebration and Historic Hometown Holiday Tour
Books Photography/Art 2009 Mort Kunstler Collectible Christmas Ornament “Brief Encounter.” Another collectible ornament by renowned Civil War artist Mort Kunstler with proceeds benefiting Timber Ridge School. The holiday scene in Brief Encounter depicts a cavalry squadron in a calm moment in front of the Red Fox Inn in picturesque Middleburg, Virginia. The soldiers are checking … More Civil War Swag
The Old Mill Museum located at 242 Toledo Street, Dundee, Michigan is hosting a Museum Appreciation Day on Sunday, September 27, 2009. The party – a thank you to residents and visitors for their past support – takes place from noon to 4 PM. The public is invited to attend and enjoy the museum and … More Dundee Old Mill Museum Hosts Appreciation Day
Down the Crooked Road to Anarchy is the theme of this year’s Lantern Tours, a popular annual event, put on by the Monroe County Historical Museum. Step back in time 200 years to an autumn Frenchtown eve in 1809, where you’re invited to attend a Harvest Soiree in honor of Michigan Territorial Governor William Hull. … More Monroe County Historical Museum’s popular Lantern Tour tickets on sale soon
Called the Lion of the Senate, the late U.S. Senator Edward Kennedy made his mark on American history and will long be remembered for his legacy of championing the causes of those less fortunate. While long forgotten, two 19th century Senators from Michigan made a huge impact on our nation’s history as well. Some historians … More Two Michigan Senators made mark on American history
Some George Armstrong Custer facts: Aside from President Abraham Lincoln, more books have been written about George Custer than any other Civil War figure. Custer’s nickname was Autie. The name came about because he could not pronounce Armstrong as a child. Even as a young boy, Custer was enamored with the military. He happily accompanied … More Custer trivia. Did you know?
SUSTAINABILITY AND GREEN PRESERVATION TOPIC OF UPCOMING TALK LINCOLN PARK, MICHIGAN, August 26, 2009 – The Lincoln Park Historical Museum and the Lincoln Park Preservation Alliance are co-hosting a presentation on structure, community sustainability and green preservation. “PastForward” is a project of Preservation Wayne’s consulting architect, Mike Kirk, AIA, LEED AP. Mike Kirk is a Principal … More Sustainability and green preservation
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