Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00 am
A Nation of Stories: Connecting Local Legacies to America250 
with Elizabeth Hodges
 
This is our annual joint meeting with the Oakland County Genealogical Society.
This meeting will be virtual only—registration is required.
 
Elizabeth HodgesA Nation of Stories: Connecting Local Legacies to America250 â€‹with Elizabeth Hodges
 
Discover the diverse and interconnected stories that shape our nation's history as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This presentation will equip you with the tools to uncover, document, and share your community's contributions to American independence. Discover strategies for public engagement through collaborative projects, educational programs, and community events that spotlight the unique stories of your area, fostering a meaningful connection to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
 
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Cornstalks and pumpkin patch, Dearborn - 1906

Cornstalks and pumpkin patch, Dearborn, Michigan, 1906
 
 
View of cornstalks and pumpkin patch in Dearborn, Michigan. Handwritten on sleeve: "Cornfield at Dearborn, Sept. 23, 1906."
 
Burton Historical Collection
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Burton Historical Collection Update

Walk-in service is available from 2 pm—6 pm Tuesday through Saturday. Appointments may be scheduled at 12 pm and 6 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday and from 10 am and 12 pm Thursday through Saturday. The collection is open Sunday, 1 - 5 pm through May.
 
 
The Detroit Public Library Main branch art & architecture tours will be held on the third Sunday of each month (October-May) from 1:30-2:30 pm. Sunday hours are 1:00-5:00 pm.
 

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