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Michigan Rugg Artistes Hosting Public Reception

April 8, 2012 By News Release

A sample of a work by the Michigan Rugg Artistes Guild of Dearborn on display now at the McFaden Ross House. A special reception, open to the public is on April 11.

DEARBORN, Michigan – The public is invited to the Michigan Rugg Artistes Guild of Dearborn’s reception at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11th at the Dearborn Historical Museum’s McFadden Ross House, 915 Brady St. The exhibit showcases the Guild members’ hand made works reflecting the intricate design of early American hooked rugs. The exhibit will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Arts, History Tagged With: art, Dearborn Historical Museum, McFadden Ross House

Huge Titanic Propellers Remembered in 100 Year Old Photo – part 5 in series

April 3, 2012 By News Release

Tiny Humans stand below very large Titanic propellers - 100 year old photo

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 … [Read more...]

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

Titanic Grand Staircase Replica on Display at Henry Ford Museum – part 4 in a series

April 3, 2012 By News Release

Titanic Grand Stair Case - replica

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 5, part 6, part … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buzz, Community, History Tagged With: Titanic

Titanic Exhibit Opens at the Henry Ford Museum – Part 3

April 2, 2012 By News Release

Titanic at Southhampton

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 this significant anniversary, The Henry Ford Museum is hosting the largest touring Exhibition of Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, now through September 30, 2012.  (See part 1, part 2, part … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buzz, History

Titanic Exhibit Opens at the Henry Ford Museum – Part 2

April 1, 2012 By News Release

Young boy examines boarding pass for the RMS Titanic at Titanic Exhibit.

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 the largest touring Exhibition of Titanic:  The Artifact Exhibition, now through September 30, 2012. (See part 1, part 3, part … [Read more...]

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

Titanic Exhibit Opens at the Henry Ford Museum

March 31, 2012 By News Release

Titanic at Southhampton

DEARBORN, Mich. – One hundred years ago, Titanic, the world’s largest Ship, sank after colliding with an iceberg, claiming more than 1,500 lives. To commemorate this significant anniversary, The Henry Ford will host the largest touring Exhibition of Titanic:  The Artifact Exhibition, in Henry Ford Museum, March 31 through September 30, 2012. (See story part … [Read more...]

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

Darany Recognizes the 100th Anniversary of the Girl Scouts

March 13, 2012 By News Release

George Darany

LANSING, Michigan – State Representative George T. Darany's (D-Dearborn) House Resolution 194 passed the House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support on Thursday, March 1. This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts on March 12, 2012. "The Girl Scout organization is an amazing program that empowers girls and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Government, History

Henry Ford Museum Celebrates Black History Month

February 2, 2012 By News Release

Black HIstory Month

DEARBORN, Michigan – During the month of February, Henry Ford Museum will commemorate the journey and legacy of African-Americans during Celebrate Black History!, February 1-5, 8-12, 15-19 and 22-26. Admission to Henry Ford Museum is free with membership or $17 adults, $15 senior (62 and up) and $12.50 youth (5-12). Children four and under are free. For more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, History Tagged With: Black History Month, The Henry Ford

Driving America Auto Exhibit To Open at The Henry Ford

January 18, 2012 By News Release

DEARBORN, Mich. – Driving America, a brand new, one-of-a-kind automotive experience at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan will open to the public January 29, 2012. Centered around an unparalleled collection of historically significant vehicles, this remarkable mix of authentic artifacts, digital media, interactive play and personal accounts focuses on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, History Tagged With: Driving America, The Henry Ford

Martin Luther King Jr. Interfaith Service Planned for Jan. 15

January 7, 2012 By News Release

Martin Luther King, Jr.

DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Michigan - The Dearborn Area Ministerial Association is once again hosting the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Interfaith Service on Sunday January 15, 2012 at 3:00 PM at Our Savior Polish National Catholic Church located at 610 N. Beech Daly Rd. Dearborn Heights, MI 48127. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American clergyman, activist, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Community, Government, History Tagged With: faith, G. Kevin Dewey, John O'Reilly, Martin Luther King, MLK, People

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