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    Dishes Past: Pious Pontiac

    Oakland History Center at Pine Grove 405 Cesar Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Join us at the Oakland History Center for a culinary trip through the history of some of the many churches in Pontiac. You'll enjoy dishes inspired by cookbooks from the congregations of First Presbyterian, All Saints Episcopal, Central United Methodist (now located in Waterford--but we don't hold that against them), Notre Dame Prep and more! The menu will include recipes dating back to 1895, the early 1900's, and more modern

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    $50
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    150th Annual Meeting of the Members

    Board of Commissioners Auditorium, Oakland County Courthouse 1200 North Telegraph, Court Tower Boulevard, Pontiac, MI, United States

    All members of the Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society are hereby invited to the 150th Annual Meeting of the Members on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. In fact, even if you're not members: please join us. The meeting will be held at the Oakland County Board of Commissioners Auditorium, 1200 N. Telegraph in Pontiac. We will be entering the courthouse via the South Entrance, located on Court

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    55th Annual Summer Ice Cream Social

    Oakland History Center at Pine Grove 405 Cesar Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI, United States

    Free, family friendly celebration held at the Oakland History Center! Free Ice Cream Food Trucks Live Music Reenactors Mansion Tours Historic Demonstrations Flea Market Vendor Booths Kids Crafts

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    A River Runs Under It: The Burying of the Clinton River

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

    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.

    Free
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    2024 Oak Hill Cemetery Walk: The Dead Poet and the Society

    Oak Hill Cemetery 216 University Drive, Pontiac, Michigan

    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 "The Dead Poet and the Society" and we will be telling the stories of

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    $15
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    Dishes Past: Ford Feast

    First Presbyterian Church 99 Wayne Street, Pontiac, MI, United States

    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!

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    $50
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    Spring Auction 2025

    Pontiac Little Art Theatre 47 N. Saginaw Street, Pontiac, MI, United States

    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. 

    $20.00
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    2025 Annual Summer Social

    Oakland History Center at Pine Grove 405 Cesar Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI, United States

    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

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    Oak Hill Cemetery Walk: From Temperance to the 21st Amendment

    Oak Hill Cemetery 216 University Drive, Pontiac, Michigan

     "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

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    $15
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    In Search of Oakland County History: A Bus Tour

    Oakland History Center at Pine Grove 405 Cesar Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI, United States

    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,

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    $35