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Local historians to discuss Custer’s Michigan connection Sunday on Irish radi

November 6, 2009

For Immediate Release Contact: Karin Risko, Director of Hometown History Tours Local historians discuss Custer’s Michigan connection Sunday on Irish radio Grosse Ile, MI – November 6, 2009 – Monroe’s Steve Alexander and Monroe County Historical Museum Assistant Director David Ingall talk Custer across the pond on Sunday evening, November 8, 2009, as guests of … More Local historians to discuss Custer’s Michigan connection Sunday on Irish radi

Custer 170th Birthday Celebration and Historic Hometown Holiday Tour

October 30, 2009

Hometown History Tours is pleased to announce a special December 5th tour and celebration to commemorate the 170th birthday of Civil War General George Armstrong Custer, commander of the Michigan Cavalry Brigade and America’s youngest general. Custer 170th Birthday Celebration & Historic Hometown Holiday Tour Saturday, December 5, 2009 10 AM to 3:30 PM We … More Custer 170th Birthday Celebration and Historic Hometown Holiday Tour

A labor of love on our Boblo Boat – Detroit Free Press article

October 1, 2009

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

Dundee Old Mill Museum Hosts Appreciation Day

September 21, 2009

The Old Mill Museum located at 242 Toledo Street, Dundee, Michigan is hosting a Museum Appreciation Day on Sunday, September 27, 2009. The party – a thank you to residents and visitors for their past support – takes place from noon to 4 PM. The public is invited to attend and enjoy the museum and … More Dundee Old Mill Museum Hosts Appreciation Day

Custer trivia. Did you know?

August 27, 2009

Some George Armstrong Custer facts: Aside from President Abraham Lincoln, more books have been written about George Custer than any other Civil War figure. Custer’s nickname was Autie. The name came about because he could not pronounce Armstrong as a child. Even as a young boy, Custer was enamored with the military. He happily accompanied … More Custer trivia. Did you know?

Detroit Mayor K.C. Barker & General Custer

August 27, 2009

Reprint of August 2008 interview with Donald P. Schwarck on Detroit Mayor K.C. Barker and his friendship with General Custer. Barker was mayor of Detroit during the final year of the Civil War. Custer Q & A with Donald P. Schwarck, author of a KC Barker monograph that he plans to publish someday. Donald P. … More Detroit Mayor K.C. Barker & General Custer

Photo Album: June 13th Glory, Valor & Sacrifice Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Bus Tour

August 12, 2009

Hometown History Tours announces two Monroe, MI walking tours

August 11, 2009

Battle of the River Raisin (War of 1812) Saturday: Sept 26 The War of 1812 usually doesn’t rank much interest when it comes to United States history, yet it’s considered by many as America’s second war for independence. The War of 1812 is filled with intrigue, drama and debate. Imagine the nation’s capital city set … More Hometown History Tours announces two Monroe, MI walking tours

Free admission to Detroit Historical Museum throughout July

June 23, 2009

The Detroit Historical Museum invites you to ” Come Explore Detroit’s History.” They’re sweetening the pot by offering FREE admission throughout July 2009. Regular Visitors Hours are: Wednesday through Friday – 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday – Noon to 5 p.m. Beat the heat and get in … More Free admission to Detroit Historical Museum throughout July

Seats still available for June 13 Glory, Valor & Sacrifice Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Tour

June 12, 2009

Today is Friday, June 12. I do still have seats available for tomorrow’s Glory, Valor & Sacrifice: Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Tour so don’t miss out. Order tickets online (I get instant notification of that) or give me a call and bring a check tomorrow. We have three of the best Civil War experts … More Seats still available for June 13 Glory, Valor & Sacrifice Southeast Michigan Civil War Remembrance Tour

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