MIDTOWN Macabre, a Halloween walking tour debuts in Detroit

October 20, 2011

Although murder is a rather gruesome aspect of history, it’s also rather telling of society at the time. A young girl murdered in cold blood – in the dark of night – along with her three roommates, by none other than her father. The real killer in all of this is the reason why he … More MIDTOWN Macabre, a Halloween walking tour debuts in Detroit

Bicentennial birthday celebration for Michigan’s first governor on Oct. 27

October 18, 2011

A birthday bash is scheduled for noon on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at Capitol Park in Detroit to honor Michigan’s first elected governor, Stevens T. Mason. Dubbed the “Boy Governor” because he was only 19 when he assumed the post of secretary of Michigan Territory, a position vacated by his father, John T. Mason. In … More Bicentennial birthday celebration for Michigan’s first governor on Oct. 27

MIDTOWN Macabre: Trail of Terror Haunted Halloween Walking Tour

October 15, 2011

MIDTOWN Macabre Trail of Terror Walking Tour Click here for tour flyer Final tour: Monday, October 31, 2011 6:45 PM Sharp Dress warm, there’s going to be CHILL in the air tonight! Book tour now Ripped from the headlines of Detroit’s past, and not so distant past, this chilling look at the city’s sinister side reveals … More MIDTOWN Macabre: Trail of Terror Haunted Halloween Walking Tour

Hollywood and History: The story behind They Died with their Boots On.

October 9, 2011

To commemorate Custer Week in Monroe and the 75th anniversary of the movie They Died with Their Boots On, Father Vincent Heier, a Custer historian, shares his thoughts on the making and history of the movie which was used as a WWII propaganda tool. A Catholic priest from St. Louis, Missouri, Father Heier became fascinated … More Hollywood and History: The story behind They Died with their Boots On.

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