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    Discussion: North Oakland Branch NAACP History with Stephanie Spears Boothe

    OCPHS Carriage House 405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI, United States

    We’ll be learning about the Northern Oakland County Branch NAACP and their history as they approach one hundred years, with Branch President Stephanie Spears Boothe speaking with us at the Historical Society October 9th. She will be sharing perspectives on this local branch and the African American experience in northern Oakland County through the generations. All are welcome and encouraged to share their perspectives and ask questions. Admission is free

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    The Story of Pontiac’s Asylum

    Crofoot Ballroom 1 South Saginaw, Pontiac, MI, United States

    One of the most fascinating stories in Michigan’s history: The Eastern Michigan Asylum for the Insane, later Pontiac State Hospital, later Clinton Valley Center. This massive Pontiac complex was tragically demolished in 2000, but the stories remain. Author Bruce Annett will present — all are welcome and encouraged to share their perspectives and ask questions.   Admission is free. Cash bar available.

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    Discussion: The Ghosts of Wisner Mansion

    OCPHS Carriage House 405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Join us as we discuss the ghosts of the Wisner Mansion!   More details to follow, but please check our facebook page for the most recent updates.

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    Discussion: History of the Salem Witch Trials

    OCPHS Carriage House 405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Join us as we discuss the history of the Salem Witch Trials.   More details to follow, but please check our facebook page for the most recent updates.

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    Discussion: Webster Elementary, Pontiac Michigan

    OCPHS Carriage House 405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Join us as we discuss the history of Webster Elementary in Pontiac, Michigan. More details to follow, but please check our facebook page for the most recent updates.

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    Discussion: Demolished Schools of the Pontiac School District

    OCPHS Carriage House 405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Join us as we reminisce about the lost schools of the Pontiac School District.   More details to follow, but please check our facebook page for the most recent updates.

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    Workshop: Oral History

    OCPHS Carriage House 405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Join Oakland University professors Graham Cassano and Dan Clark as we continue our workshop on oral histories.   More details to follow, but please check our facebook page for the most recent updates.

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    Discussion: History of Roller Derby in Michigan

    OCPHS Carriage House 405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Join us as we discuss the history of the sport of roller derby in Michigan.   More details to follow, but please check our facebook page for the most recent updates.