LET'S LEARN TOGETHER!
Learn a little something this spring with our History Lecture Series Jan. 30-May 6 at Greenmead Historical Park. All Winter/Spring sessions are free drop-in programs that take place at 2 p.m. except for Monday, May. 6.
Tue, Jan. 30 - Michigan's Quest for Statehood
Presented by Roger Rosentreter
Did you know Michigan was admitted to the Union on Jan. 26, 1837? Our path to statehood was slowed by the a skirmish with Ohio known as the Toledo War. Come join us as we hear about the drama that led up to Michigan becoming the 26th state in the Union.
Next up in the series is Mon, Feb. 12 - Frances Harper Inn, Mon, March 25 - Desegregating Boblo Boats: The Story of Sarah E. Ray, Tue, April 16 - Famous Firsts: The History of the Packard Providing Grounds, and Mon, May 6 - Prohibition's Proving Ground.