In today’s daily newspapers, there were two positive articles about Detroit. In the Detroit News article on Newark’s Mayor Cory Booker visit, the mayor was quoted as saying Detroit is a “great city” where “hope thrives.” Click here for full article The Detroit Free Press article New Detroit residents, workers speed downtown revival reveals how … More Detroit’s Revival – Who is really responsible for it?
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
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
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
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 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
To commemorate the contributions of Michigan regiments at Antietam, the bloodiest single day of the Civil War, the Michigan Civil War Sesquicentennial Committee is hosting a bus tour to the battlefield in August. The Michigan at Antietam motor coach tour will depart from the metro-Detroit area early in the morning on Friday, August 24 and … More Michigan at Antietam Civil War Sesquicentennial Bus Tour
A special walking tour of General George Armstrong Custer’s hometown is being offered today following the dedication ceremony and activities of the Monroe County Civil War Monument. The tour begins at 4:30 PM from the Hometown History Tours exhibit table at the Sawyer House. Today’s tour is offered at $1.50 to commemorate the sesquicentennial of … More Custer’s Monroe Walking Tour of the famous General’s hometown today
Monroe County Civil War Monument Unveiling Commemorating the fallen from Monroe County Sunday, May 27, 2012 12 Noon to 4 PM* Location: Soldiers and Sailors Park / Sawyer House (*Hometown History Tours walking tour led by Michigan Cavalry Brigade Commander General George Custer follows. See description below) Activities before and after the dedication ceremony Mini … More Monroe County Civil War Monument Unveiling on Sunday, May 27
The River Raisin National Battlefield Park commemorates the mustering of militia for the War of 1812 this weekend with scheduled events from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20. The “War of 1812: A Nation Forged by War” exhibit developed by the National Museum of the United States Navy … More Remembering the Raisin this weekend with War of 1812 activities at nation’s newest national park
HOMETOWN HISTORY TOURS 