Monthly Meeting of the Ortonville Community Historical Society.
-----Memorial Day 2024----- At the Ortonville Cemetery and Old Mill Civil War reenactors will honor the 49 Civil War Veterans buried at the Ortonville Cemetery, and demonstrate at the Old Mill Museum. See their tombstones! Hear their history! Full Schedule: 9:30am - 10:00am - Memorial Day Parade starts at the Old Town Hall (486 Mill […]
Monthly Meeting of the Ortonville Community Historical Society.
Have you ever wondered how to read the legal description of your property on your property tax bill? OCHS trustee Ken Bush will teach you, along with other map reading skills. All are welcome to this free program at the Old Mill Museum.
Monthly Meeting of the Ortonville Community Historical Society.
At 7 p.m., July 24th, the Old Mill Museum, 366 Mill St, Ortonville, will host a program “Muckets, Bummers and Minie Balls – Uniforms and Equipment of the Civil War Soldier”. Local residents John Fross and Alan Allgaier will present an up-close look at uniforms, equipment, weapons, and personal items used by soldiers during the […]
Annual OCHS Members Picnic When: August 13, Tuesday @ 5:00 pm Where: Weather permitting, under the tent outside of the museum OR inside the main room in the museum Food: Pizza, coffee, and water will be provided for everyone, but feel free to bring any additional items, especially dessert!! Who: OCHS members, their families, and friends. What: A brief business meeting will […]
What is the DUR? What did it mean for Ortonville? Learn all about the Detroit United Railway. Ken Bush, our resident historian on the Detroit United Railway, will detail the history of the railroad that went through Ortonville. This 30 to 45-minute presentation will be followed by a Q&A. Light refreshments will be provided. The […]
Monthly Meeting of the Ortonville Community Historical Society.
Bakers of all ages and skill levels may deliver homemade pies, which must contain apples. Pie plates will be returned after the contest. Drop Pies off at Old Mill Museum between 10 am - 12:00 PM Judging begins at 1:00 PM Prizes for Appearance, Taste, and uniqueness
Who can eat a small pie the fastest? Ages 4-13 1st - 3rd Place Prizes
Monthly Meeting of the Ortonville Community Historical Society.
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Phone
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Physical Address
366 Mill St. Ortonville, MI 48462
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PO Box 155 Ortonville, MI 48462
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