Civil War guide dedicated to Grosse Ile hero Glory, Valor and Sacrifice: Southeast Michigan’s Contribution to the Civil War, a 50-page regional guide, pays homage to the local people of this era who bravely fought and those who died to protect and preserve the Union as well as those who challenged the oppressive institution of … More Civil War guide dedicated to Grosse Ile hero
Explore southeast Michigan and allow our region’s storied past to unfold! Detroit Institute of Art (DIA) to sell Custer guidon 134 years ago today (June 25) George Armstrong Custer and members of the 7th Cavalry were killed at the Battle of the Little Big Horn, the DIA announces it will sell the Custer guidon that is … More Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) to sell Custer guidon
RESTORATION OF A DETROIT ICON A labor of love on our Boblo boat Dockside tours could be as early as next summer BY JOHN GALLAGHER FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER The Boblo boat Ste. Claire, which sailed through Detroit’s past, is getting ready to sail into its future, too. Thanks to years of volunteer work and … More A labor of love on our Boblo Boat – Detroit Free Press article
Lincoln Park Preservation Alliance is racing against the clock to secure a developer interested in purchasing and revitalizing two historic buildings within the city. A September 1st deadline has been set by Lincoln Park’s Downtown Development Authority for any interested parties to submit a development plan as well as financial proof of ability to purchase … More Historic gem or eyesore? Lincoln Park preservation group seeks developers for Mellus Newspaper building
For years I’ve driven by what remains of the office / library that once belonged to Grosse Ile’s Colonel Thornton Fleming Brodhead, curious as to what the office looked like on the inside. Brodhead served our great state of Michigan in many capacities including prosecuting attorney, deputy secretary of state and state senator. He was the owner … More A rare look inside Colonel Brodhead’s office
For Immediate Release Contact: Karin Risko, Director Hometown History Tours k_risko@yahoo.com June 13th Civil War Remembrance Tour honors hometown heroes from Detroit, Downriver and Monroe and promotes our region’s vibrant history Local tour company creates a historic Civil War trail by linking together related sites of interest Grosse Ile, MI – June 2, 2009—While … More [Press Release] June 13th Civil War Remembrance Tour honors hometown heroes from Detroit, Downriver and Monroe and promotes our region’s vibrant history
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