On April 4, 1825 – 190 years ago today, Detroiters elected their first mayor John R Williams. He served four more one-year terms as mayor in 1830, 44, 45 and 46. The street John R bears his name. Some things you may not know about John R. Williams: French was his native language. Williams had owned … More Detroit’s first mayor elected 190 years ago today
DETROIT – The Detroit Historical Museum is joining a number of locations around the state hosting celebrations of the region’s French Canadian heritage on Friday, October 3 from 1 – 3 p.m. This family-friendly event is FREE. Join us at 1 p.m. to hear French-Canadian Heritage Society of Michigan members Diane Wolford Sheppard and Suzanne … More CELEBRATE FRENCH CANADIAN HERITAGE DAY AT THE DETROIT HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Notorious 313: Love Lost, Love Found Sweetest Day at the Cemetery Tour Tours begin in June. 2015 schedule/registration posted April 19. Meet at Woodmere Cemetery, 9400 West Fort Street, Detroit 48209 (Walking/driving tour. Many graves are close together. We’ll drive to further out grave sites) Book tour now! Call 734.642.5712 or click here to book … More Notorious 313: Cemetery Tour
Hometown History Tours turns five this May! To celebrate, we’re kicking off an awesome contest where you can win a private, 4-hour tour of Detroit (Motown, Motor City, The D) for up to two friends plus you via chauffeur-driven executive sedan and narrated by Karin Risko, founder of Hometown History Tours. Hometown History Tours 5th … More Would you like to win a private tour of Detroit? Enter anniversary contest now!
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
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 (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 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
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
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
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