Every season, the Detroit Historical Society hosts special Behind the Scenes tours of historic locations and other venues throughout metro Detroit. They invite you to join them as they go Behind the Scenes of some of metro Detroit’s most unique locations. Listen to their expert guides show you these places in ways you’ve never experienced before!
Here is what they have in store for you in January:
| January 22 – Grosse Pointe War MemorialHoused on the shores of Lake St. Clair in Grosse Pointe Farms, the Grosse Pointe War Memorial serves as a center for enrichment in honor of veterans. The building itself, a mansion built in 1910 and donated to the community in honor of World War II veterans. |
| January 27 – Fox TheatreDesigned by C. Howard Crane and built in 1928, the Fox Theatre is the culmination of flamboyant movie palace architectural design! Its size, ornate decoration and mechanical systems made it the premier example of what a movie palace could be. Today, the Fox holds the distinction of being the largest continually operating theater in the country. For more information visit the Detroit Historical Society website today! |