Posted May 8th, 2010 by Amy
Membership Drive Matching Campaign!
We are grateful to the many members who support the mission and programs at Pine Grove. We invite you to join, too! Now is the perfect time thanks to a generous donor who will match regular dues for the first 100 new members who sign up before the end of the year! Annual dues are modest and the rewards are many: Helping to preserve the beautiful buildings, grounds, and artifacts at Pine Grove, providing educational opportunities to children and adults, discovering more about the people, places, and events of Oakland County, and the chance to meet other great people who have similar interests. Joining is easy--just click on our Membership page and go from there. New memberships are good until July 1, 2011. If you're already a member, consider telling friends about OCPHS, or giving gift memberships! New members mean a stronger, more vibrant Society. Everyone is welcome! Join us and help make a difference!
Posted June 4th, 2008 by Amy
Hours of Operation:
Our hours may vary due to the personal schedules of our volunteers and due to inclement weather. To ensure that a volunteer will be here to help you, please call ahead before visiting. As a general guideline, our office is usually open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and our Research Library is usually open Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or by appointment. Group Tours of Pine Grove must be arranged in advance.
Posted August 15th, 2010 by Amy
Fall Small Talk Series!
We have several Small Talks lined up for Fall 2010. These informal, afternoon programs are presented free of charge through a grant from the Lula C. Wilson trust, helping us to bring history to the community in an entertaining, informative way. Topics for the upcoming programs include the Buffalo Soldiers, John Wilkes Booth, and the new photographic history book featuring Pontiac, Michigan. Visit our Events page for details!
Posted July 16th, 2010 by Amy
2011 Calender Now Available!
Our latest calendar commemorates the sesquicentennial of the Civil War, which began in 1861. It features color and black and white photographs, and is available now! Copies may be purchased on-site for $12 during our regular business hours or at the upcoming Summer Ice Cream Social on July 31, or by mail for $14 via our on-line Store. All proceeds benefit the Society, and the images further our mission of conveying Oakland County's role in American History!
Posted July 16th, 2010 by Amy
Read About Local History!
Several publications by area authors are available for purchase at Pine Grove, or by mail via our on-line Store. The latest of these is by historian Ron Gay, who worked with us on Pontiac: Images of America, the brand new release from Arcadia Press featuring 200 photographs, many from our collections! We invite you to learn about our local heritage through these fine books. A portion of the proceeds from your purchase benefits the Society!
Posted July 16th, 2010 by Amy
Summer Social Success!
A big THANK YOU to all who helped make our 2010 Summer Ice Cream Social a success! We had good weather, great visitors, historical reenactors, tours, displays, entertainment, authors, sales, and refreshments for all to enjoy. This annual event is an important fund raiser for the Society, as well as a great means of community outreach and education. We appreciate all who visited and helped! Mark your calendars for the next Summer Social: July 30, 2011!
Posted May 8th, 2010 by Amy
Ice House Archaeology Dig!
Dr. Richard Stamps and his team of Oakland University archaeology students have uncovered the foundation walls of the ice house that once stood behind the Moses Wisner Home! They've also found hundreds of artifacts, giving them hands-on experience with a real-life dig, and adding to Pine Grove's rich history! The project is part of a Federal Teaching American History grant, "Digging Into the Past", overseen by Waterford School District consultant and OCPHS member Carol Bacak-Egbo. For photos, video, and more information about the dig, click on theoaklandpress.com!
Posted March 17th, 2010 by Amy
Grants Support Environmental Controls for Wisner Home!
We have received two grants in support of our proposal to improve environmental controls in the Wisner home. The first is from the Consumers Energy Foundation, and the second is from the William G. and Myrtle E. Hess Charitable Trust. Humidity, temperature, light, and air quality all affect the condition of the historic home and its artifacts. “It is part of our mission to care for the Wisner home.” said board member Mike Willis, who worked on the grant proposals during his term as Society president. "These awards will help us address critical issues.” Thank you to these donors for their help in preserving the past for the enrichment of future generations!
Posted October 12th, 2008 by Amy
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