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Friday, June 13, 2025, 6:00 – 11 PM
The 24th annual Grosse Pointe Historical Society Gala fundraiser will be held at an architecturally-significant, beautifully-restored historic mansion in Grosse Pointe Farms.
Proceeds from the event benefit the general operations of the Society, which protects historic artifacts, shares Grosse Pointe area history on its campus and web site, and brings history to life for current and future generations through research, programs, lectures, exhibits and activities.
“Glamorous Night” guests will be part of a memorable evening in the tradition of Grand Grosse Pointe events. Valet parking and a sampling of the home are part of the arrival experience, and the tented party includes open bars, hors-d’oeuvres and a catered, strolling supper. Historic Hudson cars will be on display. A special add-on Afterglow will take place in the basement “speakeasy” with themed cocktails and entertainment.
Sponsorship opportunity information is available by contacting Patti Timmins, 313 884-7010, or development@gphistorical.org. Sponsors will be welcomed at a pre-Gala preview reception in the home, with special house access, cocktails, special hors-d-oeuvres, and entertainment.
Read more about the home, the Honorary Committee, the caterer
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The Grosse Pointe Historical Society
The Grosse Pointe Historical Society (GPHS) was founded in 1945 to preserve and protect the rich local heritage of all five Grosse Pointes and neighboring communities, and share it with the public. GPHS works to make history of our area vital, relevant, and accessible. Through programs, facilities and events, GPHS brings history to life, protects historic artifacts, and collects and shares Grosse Pointe-area stories.
Grosse Pointe Historical Society Campus
 Provencal-Weir House and Log Cabin
GPHS purchased and restored the c. 1823 Provencal-Weir House on Kercheval Avenue. The oldest structure in the Pointes, it is a ribbon-farm house which originally stood near the shore of Lake Saint Clair. The building is used as a living history museum for programs and educational activities. The grounds feature a c. 1840 log cabin moved from Macomb County.
 Grosse Pointe History Center
The Grosse Pointe History Center, opened in 2022, features 5000 square feet of purpose-built space for exhibits, events, displays, administration, and collections. It incorporates the Alfred B. and Ruth S. Moran Resource Center.
 Alfred B. and Ruth S. Moran Resource Center
GPHS collections include maps, blueprints, documents, bills, contracts, letters, books, catalogs, photographs, videos, prints, drawings watercolors, scrapbooks, oral histories, albums, real estate records and additional ephemera relating to the history of the Grosse Pointes and neighboring communities as well as objects, tools, household goods and furniture.
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Upcoming Events
Bicknell Lecture Series
Full details: https://sites.google.com/uls.net/bicknell-lectures/home
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"We learned about the Grosse Pointe Historical Society History Center through wonderful reviews on the GP Facebook resident page, and decided to visit. The minute Patti welcomed us, we knew this would be the perfect place to rent for the morning meeting place for our bridal party to get ready and relax with a light brunch served in the spacious kitchen. The beauty team commented several times about the spacious natural lighted rooms. We will be back for sure!"
Contact Patti Timmins, 313 884-7010 and development@gphistorical.org
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