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
Custer Week Kickoff! General Custer’s Monroe Walking Tour $16 Adult / $5 Youth Tour originates in front of the Monroe Historical Museum, 126 South Monroe, Monroe For more details or to order tickets, click here. Stroll through historic downtown Monroe and walk where the famous General George Armstrong Custer once lived. The General himself, portrayed … More General Custer’s Monroe Walking Tour kicks off Custer Week
I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Craig Fahle Show today, discussing one of our new tours, The Incredible Journey to Midnight: Detroit Underground Railroad Lantern Tour. Listen to the interview here: Karin Risko on the Craig Fahle Show Photo: Cassie Basler (WDET)
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
Glory, Valor & Sacrifice: Detroit Civil War Remembrance Walking/People Mover Tour Saturdays: Jul 27, Sep 28 / 1 PM – 4 PM Adult $25, Youth $18* (special group rate for parties of 12 or more) *REAL DEAL – Use discount code REALDEAL and get all tickets for only $16. Use discount code on adult regular ticket price to … More Detroit Civil War Remembrance Walking Tour
MIDTOWN Unmasked True Crime / Ghost Tour (Walking/Partial Bus Tour) 10/27/12 Note – Thank you for your interest in public tours offered by Hometown History Tours. While I so looked forward to the fall season to launch 2 new true crime/ghost tours (Notorious 3.1.3 & Day of the Dead Downriver Bus Tour) as well … More Midtown Unmasked Detroit True Crime / Ghost 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
Incredible Journey to Midnight: Detroit Underground Railroad Lantern Walking Tour All Aboard the famous train without tracks Saturdays: June 18, July 23, Aug 13, Sep 17 / 7 PM (tour lasts 2.5-3 hours) $35 Adults / $20 Youth (17 and under). Tours depart promptly from inside Second Baptist Church, 441 Monroe Street, Detroit 48226 (Contact Hometown … More Incredible Journey to Midnight: Detroit Underground Railroad Lantern Walking To
A special walking tour of General George Armstrong Custer’s hometown is being offered today following the dedication ceremony and activities of the Monroe County Civil War Monument. The tour begins at 4:30 PM from the Hometown History Tours exhibit table at the Sawyer House. Today’s tour is offered at $1.50 to commemorate the sesquicentennial of … More Custer’s Monroe Walking Tour of the famous General’s hometown today
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