Before the Civil War, The Victorian Era had a custom for every aspect of the daily life in America. Death and dying was no exception. We will examine the concept of a “Good Death,” and what that meant including where and how people were buried and the evolution of cemeteries from the Puritans to Victorian cemeteries to the rural cemetery movement. While the Victorian Era was a regimented period, some
All of us here at Pine Grove, home of the Oakland County Pioneer & Historical Society, wish you a joyous Holiday Season and a prosperous New Year! We will be closed Christmas week to celebrate with our families. We hope to see you again to start the new year when we resume regular business hours on January 2, 2018! Thank you for your Support!
It’s a snow day! The Pine Grove campus is closed today due to snow. In general, when Pontiac Schools close due to snow, so do we. Have a great day!
Presented by Tom Nelson, Adjunct Professor, MCC
Tom will be presenting a visual tour of his visit to the Kentucky Civil War battlefield of Perryville. The Battle of Perryville was fought on October 17, 1852 as Confederate General Braxton Bragg attempted to secure Kentucky into the Confederacy. It was the biggest battle in Kentucky during the Civil War. Tom will present the battle in chronological order as it occurred throughout the day.
Admission $7.00, light refreshments are provided.
Who doesn’t love a parade? A FREE winter festival and parade in downtown Pontiac, Michigan! Bring the whole family down for free horse drawn wagon rides, hot cocoa, smores, kid’s crafts and MUCH MORE!
A Family friendly tour of 19th Century customs. Children’s Crafts and light refreshments served in the Schoolhouse after your tour. Tickets available in the Gift Shop.
Presented by Larry Hathcock
Larry Hathcock, OCPHS member and Civil War reenactor, will present the Civil War service of Tom Tucker of Ortonville, Michigan. Mr. Tucker kept a diary of his experiences as a Union solder in the 22nd Michigan Infantry during the Civil War. Mr. Hathcock will be dressed as a Union infantryman and will share Tom Tucker’s daily experiences as a soldier.
Admission $7 Light refreshments are provided.
Our annual Victorian Open House is a major fundraiser for us, and a wonderful Holiday season event. See this page for details!