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SUMMARY:The Interurban Railway
DESCRIPTION:End of the Line: The Interurban Railway to Saugatuck\nChris Clark will discuss what led to the Interurban’s inception in 1899\, how it worked\, and what drew people to use the electric train service. Then he’ll explain the changes that occurred in 1913\, why the service was discontinued in 1926\, and what remains today. There will be lots of pictures!
URL:https://www.mysdhistory.org/event/end-of-the-line-the-interurban-railway-to-saugatuck/
LOCATION:The History Center in Downtown Douglas\, 130 Center St.\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks & Programs,Tuesday Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saugatuck-Douglas History Center":MAILTO:info@sdhistoricalsociety.org
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SUMMARY:Cora Bliss Taylor & Nat Steinberg
DESCRIPTION:The Lives and Legacies of Cora Bliss Taylor and Nat Steinberg\nJoin us at the Saugatuck Douglas History Center to learn about the life and legacy of two important founders/members of the Saugatuck Douglas Art Club\, Cora Bliss Taylor and Nat Steinberg. Born in the late nineteenth century and living into the 1970s and 80s\, these two artists have a lasting legacy in Saugatuck and Douglas as well as connections across the globe. Join SDHC archives volunteer Linda Slusar for this fascinating art and history exploration. On display will be several original works by each artist. \nBio:\nLinda Slusar holds a MA in Library Science and served as a library director in Illinois as well as librarian and professor at the College of DuPage for more than 25 years. She has volunteered at the History Center since 2020 as well as being an active fiber arts guild member and Holland garden club member.
URL:https://www.mysdhistory.org/event/life-and-legacy-of-cora-bliss-taylor-and-nat-steinberg-2/
LOCATION:The History Center in Downtown Douglas\, 130 Center St.\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks & Programs,Tuesday Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saugatuck-Douglas History Center":MAILTO:info@sdhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T110000
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SUMMARY:Mid-Century Modern at the Lakeshore
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Modernism at the Lakeshore from ranch homes to space-age mailboxes! The lecture will include well known examples from around the region as well as some recognizable buildings and details too. \nA talk by Aletha VanderMaas\, Grand Haven based designer and historian with True Home Restorations and the popular Facebook page Mid Mod Mich.
URL:https://www.mysdhistory.org/event/mid-century-modern-at-the-lakeshore/
LOCATION:The History Center in Downtown Douglas\, 130 Center St.\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks & Programs,Tuesday Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saugatuck-Douglas History Center":MAILTO:info@sdhistoricalsociety.org
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SUMMARY:Plank Roads in 1850-55
DESCRIPTION:A Pictorial Tour of the Old Grand Rapids to Kalamazoo Plank Road\nPrepare yourself for a bone-shaking stagecoach ride down the “old plank road” in West Michigan in 1855. Marty Arnold\, your guide\, will show both historic and present-day photos and explain what led to a “plank road craze” in Michigan and why the Kalamazoo road was such a boon to the little villages along its 48 mile route. Travelers will learn the evolution of Michigan road building\, plank road “etiquette\,” how a brisk gypsum trade contributed to its demise and why elephants used the road. \nBio: Marty Arnold was a member of the Grand Rapids Historical Commission and served a term as president. Before retiring she was a freelance journalist\, a writing instructor at Aquinas College\, a reporter at the Grand Rapids Press and an administrator for several non-profits in Grand Rapids. After retiring\, Marty expanded her interest in history to include its indigenous or native plants. She is a Master Naturalist\, a citizen scientist for the Michigan Butterfly Network and a member of the Grand Rapids Chapter of Wild Ones. She has published two novels set in West Michigan that delve into the unique natural history of West Michigan. When she’s not writing she is slowly restoring her yard to the way it was during the plank road era.
URL:https://www.mysdhistory.org/event/all-aboard-for-kalamazoo-the-plank-road-craze-in-michigan-1850-1855/
LOCATION:The History Center in Downtown Douglas\, 130 Center St.\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks & Programs,Tuesday Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saugatuck-Douglas History Center":MAILTO:info@sdhistoricalsociety.org
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SUMMARY:Evelyn Wright Crawford\, Sailor
DESCRIPTION:The Story of Evelyn Wright Crawford\nThe first all-women’s crew on the Chicago-to-Mackinac race\nLearn about the history of sailing and women’s history\, all with a Saugatuck connection! \nA talk by Mark Reid
URL:https://www.mysdhistory.org/event/the-story-of-evelyn-wright-crawford-and-the-first-all-womens-crew-on-the-chicago-to-mackinac-race/
LOCATION:The History Center in Downtown Douglas\, 130 Center St.\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Lifetime Member Event
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE: August 20th! \nHistory Center Lifetime Members enjoy exclusive benefits to explore Lakeshore history with unique access to historic places and social opportunities with history lovers. This summer\, the SDHC is excited to offer a Lifetime members only experience at a beautiful and historically signficant home designed in 1937 by Saugatuck’s most famous artist and architect\, Carl Hoerman. \nAll current Lifetime members will receive an invitation to this evening event on Thursday\, August 20th. Not yet a Lifetime member? Consider becoming a Lifetime supporter and join the party!
URL:https://www.mysdhistory.org/event/exclusive-lifetime-member-event/
CATEGORIES:Members Only,Social Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saugatuck-Douglas History Center":MAILTO:info@sdhistoricalsociety.org
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SUMMARY:Michigan’s Anishinaabe History
DESCRIPTION:As the first culture established in Michigan\, both historical and contemporary Anishinaabe traditions play a significant role in our state’s heritage. We will explore how local tribes utilized natural resources in their daily lives prior to European settlement. Join us to learn about the traditions of the Anishinaabe\, both past and present. \nThe ODC (Outdoor Discovery Center) Network is a non-profit education and conservation organization founded in the year 2000 with the mission to connect people with nature through outdoor education for the benefit of wildlife and conservation of the natural world. The ODC Network also operates the DeGraaf Nature Center for the City of Holland\, including day-to-day management and the coordination of all its education programs. Both the Outdoor Discovery Center nature preserve and DeGraaf Nature Center are free and open to the public. \nBio: Myriah Williams is a Potawatomi Pokagon Band Citizen and works for her community by serving on the Tribe’s school board. Her role at the Outdoor Discovery Center’s Cultural and Environmental Educator gives her a firm footing to build accurate and relevant cultural knowledge for the local community.
URL:https://www.mysdhistory.org/event/michigans-anishinaabe-history-2/
LOCATION:The History Center in Downtown Douglas\, 130 Center St.\, Douglas\, MI\, 49406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks & Programs,Tuesday Talks
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