Cycling in the City: Detroit Bike History

While you’ll see a few brave souls battling the elements during inclement weather, during warm weather months, Detroiters – on bikes – hit the streets en masse. Cycling in the city on bike isn’t a new phenomena. An affinity for two-wheeled transportation dates back to the 19th century.  Cycling in the City: Detroit Bike History … More Cycling in the City: Detroit Bike History

Special Black History Month Detroit Underground Railroad Bus Tour

Incredible Journey to Midnight: Detroit Underground Railroad Tour Special Black History Month Bus Tour Saturday: Feb 23 / 1:30 PM / $35 Adult, $25 Youth (Group rates available for parties of 12 or more. Call 734.642.5712 for details). Tour  rescheduled for April or May.  Email k_risko@yahoo.com to be notified when date is determined. Thank you! … More Special Black History Month Detroit Underground Railroad Bus Tour

Happily NEVER After Detroit Walking/People Mover Tour

Happily Never After (Walking/People Mover Tour) Thursday Nights: June 13, July 18, Aug 15, Sep 19 / 7 PM to 10 PM / $25 Looking for a unique bachelorette/bachelor party activity? Why not book a private Happily Never After Tour? Call 734.642.6412 for details! Tours depart promptly from outside the Greektown People Mover Station. Early … More Happily NEVER After Detroit Walking/People Mover Tour

Reason for the Season Historic Detroit Church Tour on December 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

Woodlawn Cemetery reveals grandeur of Detroit’s past

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

Hometown History Tours July eBlast features big discounts

Greetings Everyone! I hope you’re enjoying summer. I can’t believe how July is just flying by. Have you noticed how many people have birthdays during this month? Three big ones: America (235 on July 4), (Detroit 310 on July 24) and me (forever 35 on July 8). To celebrate all these July birthdays, we’re offering … More Hometown History Tours July eBlast features big discounts

SE Mich Civil War Remembrance Tours – Metro Detroit

Glory, Valor & Sacrifice: Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Tours Metro Detroit Saturday, Dec 8 / 1 PM – 5 PM / Adult $40, Youth $25 Early Bird Special: Order tickets 14 days or more in advance and SAVE 10%. Book tour now “Thank God for Michigan!” It’s been said President Abraham Lincoln uttered those … More SE Mich Civil War Remembrance Tours – Metro Detroit

Southeast Michigan Sightseeing Tour

Southeast Michigan Sightseeing Tour Sundays: June 24,  Jul 22, Aug 19 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM Bus departs from Hometown History Tours office, 150 Maple, Wyandotte, MI 48192 Early bird special: Order tickets 14 days or more in advance and SAVE 10%! Book tour now An island, marsh, international wildlife refuge, Great Lake, national park, shipping port and more … More Southeast Michigan Sightseeing Tour