DATE: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
AGE RANGE: Adults
The Odawa, Ojibway, and Potawatomi peoples have called Michigan home for thousands of years, and their vibrant communities continue to thrive today. Join us for a fascinating presentation that delves into the deep history and enduring stories of the Anishnaabek through the perspective of Eric Hemenway, Anishnaabek historian.
With over 20 years of experience, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insight from his work with the National Park Service, the State of Michigan, public schools, and universities across the country. A dedicated advocate for Native American history, Eric also serves on the Michigan Historical Commission and as a trustee for the Michigan Historical Society.
This engaging talk will illuminate the past and present of Michigan’s Indigenous communities, sharing stories that connect us all to the land and its history.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a passionate storyteller and historian dedicated to preserving and sharing the heritage of Michigan’s First Peoples.
At Ford House, we are committed to ensuring all guests can enjoy our events. If you have any questions or need additional information about accessibility before booking your tickets, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222, and we’ll be happy to assist you.
For more details about our accessibility features, please visit our General Accessibility Information Page.
The Grosse Pointe Historical Society (GPHS), established in 1945, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of the Grosse Pointe communities and their neighboring areas. Through various programs, events, and educational initiatives, GPHS brings local history to life, ensuring it remains accessible and relevant to the public.
We GP, Welcoming Everyone Grosse Pointe, is a community based non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committed to resisting any attacks on civil and human rights and to promoting local, state and national policy and legislation that are in line with our guiding principles. We GP provides opportunities for social engagement and community building as well as opportunities for advocacy and activism.
Since its founding in 1921, the Detroit Historical Society has been dedicated to ensuring that the history of our region is preserved so that current and future generations of metro Detroiters can better understand the people, places and events that helped shape our lives.
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ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION:
At Ford House, we are committed to ensuring all guests can enjoy our events. If you have any questions or need additional information about accessibility before booking your tickets, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@fordhouse.org or call 313-884-4222, and we’ll be happy to assist you.
For more details about our accessibility features, please visit our General Accessibility Information Page.
Ford House is grateful for the generous support of Ford Philanthropy and helping us fulfill our educational mission and making Ford House more accessible to our community.
Ford House is a 501c3 nonprofit and National Historic Landmark. Experience the historic family home of Edsel Ford, the only son of Henry Ford, and his wife, Eleanor. Visitors from all over the world come to wander, wonder, and explore the beauty of this 1928 National Historic Landmark and uncover a unique piece of the American automotive story in metro Detroit. Learn more below.
