Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council
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...
Petoskey author offers historical glimpse of Northern Michigan's Bay View community
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 01-06-2011 under NONPROFIT
Journey back to Northern Michigan's Victorian times Thursday evening, Jan. 13, when long-time Petoskey resident and author Mary Jane Doerr presents a glimpse of historic Bay View, a neighboring community near Petoskey. This popular coastal...
GR Historical Women walking tour gets higher turnout than expected
by Denise Cheng (dennetmint)
Submitted 03-08-2010 under NEWS
On a beautiful Saturday morning—perfect weather for walking—more than 130 people crammed into two rooms at the Grand Rapids Public Library (111 Library NE) to learn about an overshadowed perspective of history in Grand Rapids: The woman's...Legacy Landmarks: Walking with Women Who Left Their Mark on Grand Rapids, a New Self-Guided Tour
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 03-03-2010 under
A month-long celebration of Women's History Month continues Saturday, March 6 with a new walking tour of 16 downtown landmark sites significant in the history of Grand Rapids women. Program introduction starts at 10 a.m. in the downtown library with...Celebrate Legacy 2010 with "Thursdays at the Ford" Lecture Series: March 4, 11, 18 & 25
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 03-02-2010 under
Free "Thursdays at the Ford": March 4, 11, 18 & 25 In celebration of Women's History Month this March, Legacy 2010 offers a whirlwind of events, including the lecture series below. All begin at 7 p.m. and are free to the public...
Celebrate the Legacy of Women's History during a whirlwind of events this March
by Grand Rapids Historical Society (Sharon Hanks - ...)
Submitted 03-02-2010 under NONPROFIT
A look back in history shows West Michigan women have long worn different hats while at work or play. Their lives took them to crowded cigar factories, warm laundry rooms, noisy newsrooms and the spotlight of stages. To celebrate their legacy...
