What does General George Armstrong Custer have in common with likes of President Barack Obama, Sarah Palin, Kim Kardashian and LeBron James? Well, although 136 years have passed since Custer’s defeat and death at the Battle of Little Big Horn, the mere mention of his name today still evokes a storm of vitriol, hate and … More Controversial Custer: Was George a hero, zero or ordinary American?
So much great history and so little time. Therefore, rather than resolve to diet or exercise, I resolve to personally uncover and experience the historic treasures located right in my own backyard in 2012. While I hope to see much more, I think this list of must-sees is a great start. What do you think? … More 2012 Resolution: Sites to see in Detroit & southeast Michigan
Spots are still available for the Saturday, December 10 Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Walking/People Mover Tour presented by Hometown History Tours. Although, the early bird discount has lapsed, you can still save $2 off ticket price when you utilize the discount code PUREMI. Click here for full tour description. Tour meets begins promptly at … More Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Church Tour on Saturday, Dec 10.
Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Church Walking/Public Transit Tour Saturday, December 10: Noon to 4:30 PM (End time approximate). Ticket price: $30 (Order by 5 PM on Wednesday, December 7 and SAVE $5) Early bird rate expired, but use discount code: PUREMI and SAVE $2 off regular rate! Click here to order tickets Take a … More Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Church Tour on December 10
Reason for the Season Historic Monroe Church Walking/Public Transit Tour Saturday, December 17: noon to 4 PM (end time approximate) Ticket price: $30 (Order tickets by 5 PM Wednesday, December 14 and SAVE $5) MONROE CHURCH TOUR IS CANCELLED. Click here to order tickets Take a break from the hectic and demanding obligations of the secular … More Reason for the Season Historic Monroe Church Tour on December 17
With the technological advances of the 20th century, it’s hard to imagine today the prominent role horses once played in warfare. Seeing the preview last night of the soon-to-be-released movie War Horse directed by Steven Spielberg reminded me of the horse history about famous Michigan war horses we’ve included in our soon-to-be-released Civil War travel … More A little Michigan war horse history
After Tippecanoe Symposium November 8th Late Registration Still Available for “After Tippecanoe” Symposium, 200 Years After Historic Battle Contact: Jim McConnell at (734) 525-2962 or jam1776@sbcglobal.com The Historical Society of Michigan is one of the sponsors of the upcoming After Tippecanoe Symposium, which is focused on the War of 1812 two centuries ago. The war was fought in part on Michigan soil. Interested … More War of 1812 After Tippecanoe Symposium at Detroit Historical Museum
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Hometown History Tours is pleased to find its special Halloween tour offering MIDTOWN Macabre: Trail of Terror Walking Tour listed in the Detroit Halloween Guide 2011 published online by metromix detroit. MIDTOWN Macabre Trail of Terror Walking Tour can be found under the Haunted Attraction 2011 fun for older trick-or-treaters category compiled by Dora Robles-Hernandez. “We’re … More MIDTOWN Macabre listed in Detroit Halloween Guide 2011
Hometown History Tours Events Calendar If you’d like your history-related events listed below, please send a brief description of event/s along with contact information to k[underscore]risko[at]yahoo[dot]com November 4, 11, 18, December 2 Education Nights in the YHS Archives hosted by James Mann Ypsilanti Historical Museum, 220 North Huron Street, Ypsilanti. Free Popular movies will be … More November/December 2011 history-related events in southeast Michigan
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