We have four storage units full of City of Pontiac historical records and we need your help going through it all! Are you looking for an easy way to help further local historical research, that you can do from your couch, if you want? Please join us on the Pontiac Documents Project–we’ll give you a quick run-down on what we are looking for, and some boxes to go through. You
Our fall auction gala tradition returns! Held at the historic Pontiac Creative Arts Center at 47 Williams Street in Pontiac, Michigan. A Guaranteed Fun, Festive, Fall Time! Strolling Reception – Silent Auction & Live Auction – Ticket Proceeds Benefit both our non-profit Historical Society & the non-profit Pontiac Creative Arts Center. Purchase tickets online here or visit the Oakland History Center to get them in person.
Oakland County Parks and the Oakland History Center proudly present a bus tour ‘In Search of Oakland County History.’ Join us with Parks Historian Carol Egbo as we visit some of the hidden, historic gems this county has to offer. You’ll tour the Governor Wisner Mansion at our campus in Pontiac, the Ortonville ‘Old Mill’ Museum and the Waterford Historic Village. Please note that not all sites are fully accessible,
Oakland County Parks and the Oakland History Center proudly present a bus tour ‘In Search of Oakland County History.’ Join us with Parks Historian Carol Egbo as we visit some of the hidden, historic gems this county has to offer. You’ll tour the Governor Wisner Mansion at our campus in Pontiac, the Ortonville ‘Old Mill’ Museum and the Waterford Historic Village. Please note that not all sites are fully accessible,
“Don’t miss this dynamic annual walking tour, as we explore the historic Oak Hill Cemetery in Pontiac, Michigan. It is educational, it is fun, and it is outdoors. The event will happen rain or shine. Purchase your tickets today, or you may miss out — tickets have sold out in previous years. This year’s theme is “From Temperance to the 21st Amendment.” Suggested age 12 and up. Tiny url: https://tinyurl.com/OakHill25
It’s almost that time again! Join us the last weekend in July for a local history blowout! There’ll be fun for the whole family, local history presenters, mansion tours (with some brand new displays), silent auctions, flea markets, food trucks and of course, ice cream! Attendance is free, but the fun is guaranteed. Looking to help out? We are always looking for volunteers, vendors, sponsors and reenactors. Connect with us
At our annual meeting in May of 2025, the society’s board and membership voted to change the name of the “Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society” to “Oakland County Historical Society”. We also voted to amend our bylaws to reflect the change. We made the decision to change the name for a couple of reasons, first and foremost that the new name reflects our mission more fully than the old
Held at the Pontiac Little Art Theatre, 47 North Saginaw. A guaranteed good time for a good cause! Silent Auction and Live Auction Cash Bar Ticket Proceeds Benefit both the Oakland History Center and the Pontiac Little Art Theatre (both non-profits) Tickets for sale at the Oakland History Center or at this link: LocalHop.
The Story of Burying Our Clinton River in Downtown Pontiac, presented by Mike McGuinness at the Crofoot Ballroom in downtown Pontiac. Doors open at 7 PM, talk at 8. Free admission, cash bar available.
Join us in Downtown Pontiac for a multi-course meal with a classic car theme. Featuring recipes inspired by the Ford Diamond Jubilee Recipe Collection, published 1978 in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Ford Motor Company. Join the Oakland History Center on a gastronomic journey, prepared by Plain and Fancy Food. Support a good cause while you enjoy a taste of history and celebrate something timeless – great food!