GR History Detectives
The GGRWHC is a proud sponsor of this popular event. One day, six programs, one location. The 15th annual History Detectives program will highlight stories of the people who helped […]
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Ryerson Auditorium, Grand Rapids Public Library 111 Library NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States
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Japanese “War Brides”: Overcoming the Devastation of World War II and Exclusionary Laws to Create a Strong Community in West Michigan
FeaturedGrand Rapids Public Library 111 Library NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJennifer Tompkins of the Grand Rapids Asia-Pacific Foundation will share the story of the often-overlooked Japanese "War Bride" community in West Michigan, and how its members built a support network […]
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Annual Reception, April 16
FeaturedL. William Seidman Center 50 Front St. SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesPlease join the Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council for the annual reception: Tuesday, April 16, 5:30-7 p.m. L. William Seidman Center, 50 Front St. SW, Grand Rapids GVSU Pew […]
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July 4, 2024 Hollyhock Lane Parade
FeaturedAnnual Ottawa Hills Hollyhock Lane July 4th Parade You are invited to join the Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council as we continue the tradition of marching in the Hollyhock […]
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Who, What, When and Where? The Search for the Story Behind an Iconic Suffrage Poster
FeaturedGrand Rapids Public Library 111 Library NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesGrand Rapids Public Museum holds a precious and iconic image of the women's suffrage movement: a poster given to newly registered female voters in Grand Rapids in 1919. The poster, […]
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The Negro Leagues, the Detroit Stars and Minnie Forbes
FeaturedKent District Library - Wyoming Branch 3350 Michael Ave. SW, Wyoming, MI, United StatesFrom 1956 to 1958, Minnie Forbes owned the Negro League Baseball Team the Detroit Stars. Join George Bayard of the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives to learn more […]
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Grand Rapids Champions Women’s Rights: The League of Women Voters, Betty Ford, and the ERA
FeaturedGerald R. Ford Presidential MuseumDr. Liette Gidlow of Wayne State University explores the development of the League of Women Voters in Grand Rapids and First Lady Betty Ford's historic membership during the fight for […]
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Save the Date: History Detectives
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GGRWHC Annual Meeting and Reception: A Conversation with Julianne Vanden Wyngaard
GVSU, Seidman School of Business, Rm. 1008 50 Front Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesA conversation with acclaimed carillonist, Jullianne Vanden Wyngaard and Local Historian, Cindy Laug.
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125 Years of the YWCA: Helen Claytor, Leader and Activist
Grand Rapids Public Library 111 Library NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin us as Julie Tabberer, a member of the Greater Grand Rapids Women’s History Council and head of the Grand Rapids History Center, shares how Helen Claytor’s leadership and activism […]