Editor Glenn O’Kray and Photographer Colin MacDougall will be at the Commandant’s Quarters on December 1st to sign copies of their new book on the Ford Homes Historic District. The new book titled “The Ford Homes: Assembling A Neighborhood” contains numerous stories and histories of the neighborhood along with beautiful photographs showcasing its structures. Books can be purchased for $30 or at a lower price of $25 if obtained in quantities of five or more
Now at the Dearborn Historical Museum gift shop are a new line of Christmas ornaments depicting the recently renovated Wagner Hotel at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Monroe Street. The ornaments are available for sale for $15.
The Dearborn Historical Museum Beer Tasting Party is returning on September 27th with more craft beer! For $20 [$25 at the door], event goers will be provided 8 tickets for sampling beers from Dearborn, Downey, and other Michigan breweries. Wine and root beer will also be available as beverages. For the first time this year, art and vendors from the Dearborn Sculpture Fest will be at the party. In addition, highlights of the evening will include a live band, a silent auction, and food.
Free parking will available at Dearborn’s Ford Field.
For more information, call the museum at (313) 565-3000.
All tickets can be picked up at the Museum or at will call on day of the event.
Tickets can no longer be ordered online, please buy desired tickets at the door tonight.
The City of Dearborn is celebrating its 90th birthday this year, and what better way to celebrate than a party with proceeds benefitting the Dearborn Historical Museum. Our theme – Let’s party like it’s 1929 – sets the mood for the event which includes a pre-dinner reception for Sponsors and Benefactors at the Museum’s recently renovated Commandant’s Quarters and a strolling dinner, music and entertainment on the roof top of the beautifully renovated Wagner Hotel. Reservations for the Benefactor and Patron levels are now available for purchase at the Museum and online below.
Please note: Online ticket purchases come with a standard fee from PayPal.
BENEFACTOR: $250
PATRON: $125
Looking for fun family activities this June? Join us on June 8th at 915 Brady Street for a day of fun and festivities with the annual Arts, Animals, and Awakenings festival. On June 29th, the Museum will also be hosting its annual Teddy Bear Picnic.
Looking for great bargains this spring? If so, join us outside the Ross House May 11th from 9-2 for the DHM Trunk Sale.
If you are interested in reserving a trunk sale spot, call the museum at 313-565-3000. A 10×20′ retail space will cost $15 and only $10 if you are a museum member.
The Dearborn Herb Study Association will also be holding their Spring Fair Plant, Bread, and Craft Show on May 11th from 9-3 at the DHM’s McFadden Ross House. Everything from grow your own herbs to craft gifts will be for sale. The group’s famous breads and baked goods will be available while supplies last.
To order tickets for this event click on the following button
