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Museum Guild Releases Best Dearborn Stories Volume 2

November 27, 2012 By News Release

Gary Woronchak and George Darany hold copies of Best Dearborn Stories Voices from Henry Ford's Home Town Volume 2

DEARBORN, Michigan - State Representative George T. Darany and Wayne County Commission Chairman Gary Woronchak  joined the other Dearborn authors featured in Best Dearborn Stories: Voices from Henry Ford’s Home Town, Volume II  at the book signing on November 17. The book signing was held at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center in support of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, History

Dearborn Historical Museum Presents Woodmere Cemetery

October 3, 2012 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan – The Dearborn Historical Museum will present a free public lecture on “Detroit’s Woodmere Cemetery” at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 3. The event takes place at the McFadden-Ross House, 915 Brady Street. Author Gail Hershezon, volunteer at Woodmere Cemetery, will present archival images of the grounds and show how some of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, History

Savor the Flavor – Harvest Season at Greenfield Village

September 28, 2012 By News Release

Gourds

DEARBORN, Michigan – Indulge your senses with the sights, smells and flavors of the fall harvest during two tasty weekends at Greenfield Village, September 29-30 and October 6-7.  From home-grown, homemade products at the bustling Farmer’s Market to a bevy of cooking demonstrations taking place throughout the weekend, there is something for every food lover … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, History Tagged With: Autumn, Food, Greenfield Village, The Henry Ford

The Henry Ford Extends Hours for Final Boarding of Titanic

September 25, 2012 By News Release

A young boy studies and authentic replica of a Titanic boarding pass at the Titanic exhibit.

DEARBORN, Michigan – Don’t miss your last chance to board Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at The Henry Ford before it sets sail on September 30. Guests looking to visit the Exhibition either for the first, or one last time, will have the opportunity to do so during special extended hours (this week)  from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m, until September 30th at Henry … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Featured, History Tagged With: The Henry Ford, Titanic

Quilt Show April 27-28 at Dearborn Historical Museum

April 25, 2012 By News Release

This quilt was created by the General Henry Dearborn Quilting Society and will be raffled during its exhibit April 27-28.

DEARBORN, Michigan – Members of the General Henry Dearborn Quilting Society are presenting their work along with exquisite historical pieces from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 27 from and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 28. The exhibits are at the Commandant’s Quarters, 21950 Michigan Avenue, and the McFadden-Ross House, 915 Brady. The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Arts, Featured, History Tagged With: Dearborn Historical Museum, General Henry Dearborn Quilting Society, McFadden Ross House

President Barack Obama on the Rosa Parks Bus in Dearborn

April 19, 2012 By Jonathan Light

President Obama on the Rosa Parks Bus

DEARBORN, MI -  President Barack Obama paid tribute to Rosa Parks during his campaign stop in Dearborn, Michigan on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - taking time for a photograph on an historic bus at the Henry Ford Museum.  It's the same bus that Rosa Parks was riding on when she refused to give up her seat for a white passenger on December 1, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buzz, Featured, History Tagged With: Obama, People, President Obama, Rosa Parks, The Henry Ford

Titanic Memorial Wall – Remembers 1500 Lost Passengers and Crew of ‘Unsinkable Ship’

April 14, 2012 By News Release

Titanic Memorial Wall - lists names of saved and lost passengers

DEARBORN, Michigan – One hundred years ago, Titanic, the world’s largest ship, sank after colliding with an iceberg, claiming more than 1,500 lives. To commemorate the 100th anniversary, The Henry Ford Museum is hosting Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition now through September 30, 2012. (See story / photos part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, part 5, part 6, part … [Read more...]

Filed Under: History

Greenfield Village Opens for a New Season on April 14

April 13, 2012 By News Release

Sheep at Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan

DEARBORN, Michigan - This Saturday, April 14, Greenfield Village will once again spring to life with sights and sensations from America’s past as it opens its gates for the 2012 season. New this year is the Main Street Emporium, a new store located directly next door to the Wright Cycle Shop and featuring early 20thcentury-style items. The Owl Night Stand … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, History Tagged With: Greenfield Village

Titanic First Class Cabin – replica on display at The Henry Ford Museum – part 7 in series

April 13, 2012 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan – One hundred years ago, Titanic, the world’s largest Ship, sank after colliding with an iceberg, claiming more than 1,500 lives. To commemorate the 100th anniversary, The Henry Ford Museum is hosting Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition now through September 30, 2012. (See story / photos part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, part 5, part 6, part 8) … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buzz, History Tagged With: The Henry Ford, Titanic

Tiny Humans Near Huge Titanic Propellers – 100 Year Old Photo – part 6 in series

April 10, 2012 By News Release

DEARBORN, Michigan – One hundred years ago, Titanic, the world’s largest ship, sank after colliding with an iceberg, claiming more than 1,500 lives. To commemorate the 100th anniversary, The Henry Ford Museum is hosting Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition now through September 30, 2012.  (See story/photos part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, part 5)   … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buzz, History Tagged With: The Henry Ford, Titanic

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