Historical Speaker Series: The Lost Villages of Macomb County
Date and Time
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
January 19, 2025 1 - 2pm
Location
Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site 49965 Van Dyke Ave. Shelby Township, MI 48317
Fees/Admission
Free for PPG members $5 for not-yet members
Contact Information
maryanne@packardprovinggrounds.org
Call or Text: 586-739-4800
Description
Discover the hidden history of Macomb County's lost villages, such as Belvidere, Fredrick, Red Run, and Disco. Join Debbie Remer, a life-long resident of Macomb County with deep family roots dating back to the 1870s. Debbie, a retired science teacher and passionate historian, will guide you through the development of the county and the stories of these ghost towns. Debbie has been a dedicated volunteer at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm since 1988, and she is a current Trustee on the Board of Directors of the Packard Motor Car Foundation. Don't miss this fascinating exploration of local history!