Grand Rapids Historical Society
Jesse Buttrick Davis and "His Boys": A History of the Early Grand Rapids Junior Chamber of Commerce
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 02-06-2012 under
Historian, librarian and community leader Barbara Nan Schichtel will present for the first time the results of her fascinating historical research on the late Central High School principal Dr. Jesse Buttrick Davis and “his boys” starting...
Presentation to explore legacy of Jaycees founder
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 02-06-2012 under NONPROFIT
A Central High School principal’s extraordinary leadership among his Grand Rapids students during the early 1900s will be explored Thursday during a presentation about Dr. Jesse B. Davis, a multi-faceted visionary whose positive impact on the...
Discover legendary St. Mark Episcopal Church's 175-year-old history
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 01-11-2012 under NONPROFIT
Join us Thursday evening, January 12 as we explore the legendary history of St. Mark Episcopal Church, a proud downtown landmark that can trace its beginnings to 1836. Called the church of mayors, St. Mark's members have been longtime...
Explore "Grand Rapids History: 'The Jewish Connection'" this Thursday evening.
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 11-07-2011 under NONPROFIT
Discover the captivating history of early West Michigan Jewish immigrants when Temple Emanuel opens its doors for an archival tour and interesting program titled "Grand Rapids History: The Jewish Connection" this Thursday evening. ...
Haunted Holmdene Manor and the history of Aquinas College
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 09-29-2011 under NONPROFIT
With Halloween fast approaching, what better time to spend an evening learning about spooky haunted places in Grand Rapids -- or at least the stories that helped earn them that reputation? A presentation woven with stories about ghosts,...
Walking tour of historic Oakhill Cemetery set for Saturday, September 10
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 08-28-2011 under NONPROFIT
Join the Grand Rapids Historical Society for a fascinating free walking tour of the northern half of historic Oakhill Cemetery starting at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 10. This landmark cemetery is considered the grandest of the city's rural garden...
Rebecca Smith-Hoffman honored with Baxter Award from Grand Rapids Historical Society
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 05-12-2011 under NONPROFIT
Rebecca Smith-Hoffman, a long-time champion of saving local prominent landmarks and buildings, has been awarded the 2011 Baxter Award from the Grand Rapids Historical Society. The award has been presented every year since 1980 to honor persons who...
Historical Society to explore library's special historical collection on Grand Rapids Thursday night
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 05-03-2011 under NONPROFIT
Explore some of the outstanding historical items and records about the Grand Rapids area Thursday evening, May 12 when the Grand Rapids Historical Society sponsors its annual banquet and meeting. Tim Gleisner, manager of the Grand Rapids...
Civil War presentation analyzing the historic and bloody Battle of Antietam set for April 14
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 04-03-2011 under NONPROFIT
Civil War devotees are in for a real treat Thursday evening, April 14 when Mannie Gentile, a popular Antietam National Battlefield Park Ranger and former Grand Rapids resident, offers an historic analysis of the legendary Battle of Antietam. The...
Contributions of single, Dutch, immigrant women to GR in late 1800s presented Thursday
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 03-08-2011 under NONPROFIT
Among the many nationalities that settled in Grand Rapids, the Dutch were well represented. Underrepresented, however, was an historical account of the Dutch women and their contributions to the Grand Rapids area. Join us this week when author...- 1 of 3
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