Event LocationDetroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit
Event DescriptionThis AMC Pacer was built for Dick Teague, the head of the American Motors Corporation (AMC) styling in 1975. The AMC Pacer project began in 1971 with a clean drawing board and ended with the “Hottest Car of 1975.” The Pacer was a new design on smaller compact cars of the 1970s and was made for its roominess, nearly as wide as a contemporary Cadillac Eldorado. The Pacer’s unique windows also provided passengers with near panoramic views from any seat in the car and helped fight small-car claustrophobia.
Event Date(s)Now through Monday, March 18 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Event LocationGilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI
Event DescriptionCheck out the engines that made history for two weeks where you can take a sneak peak under the hood of dozens of cars on display at the Gilmore Car Museum! The opportunity to check out "Under the Hood" of every car on display with regular museum admission.
Event LocationHenry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Event DescriptionPresented by General Motors, the first comprehensive exhibition covering various forms of American auto racing, including stock car, sports car, drag racing, Indy car, hill climb and land-speed racing, is now open in Dearborn. The 24,000 square-foot exhibit provides visitors an in-depth look at the people, the experiences, the culture, the spectacle, the risks and the innovations centered in the world of American auto sports.
Event DescriptionOut of the thousands of parts that make up a car, the body is the first thing we see. It is critical to safety, comfort, styling and corporate identity. Perhaps the most prominent auto body producer – Fisher Body Company – grew from a family business, operated by a close-knit group of brothers, into a central pillar of General Motors. From early enclosed car bodies through 1950s tailfins and beyond, “Body by Fisher” indicated a quality product, and their iconic coach emblem on every door sill was a reminder of that pedigree. Though Fisher was dissolved in the 1980s, the name endures through the company’s legacy, the family’s philanthropic efforts, and current ties to the industry.
Event Date(s)Saturdays Running September 30 2023 thru April 20, 2024 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Event LocationMichigan Military Technical & Historical Society, Eastpointe
Event DescriptionAges 8 to 16, parents welcome to join in. For those who have never built a model, we give you a free snap-together kit to build and take home! All supplies such as tools, paint, glue, etc will be provided for those who bring their own model to build. Members of IPMS Warren model club will be there to help and teach modeling techniques For more info, contact Jim Ashford, 248.399.2386, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Event TitleAchievement: African Americans' Accomplishments & Contributions in Automotive Exhibit
Event Date(s)On Display Now!
Event LocationAutomotive Hall of Fame, Dearborn, MI
Event DescriptionThe contributions Black Americans have made to the automotive industry have not been celebrated or even fully captured and shared. Very little effort has even been made to conduct the required research to identify the individuals, much less curate an exhibit on their accomplishments. The Automotive Hall of Fame recognizes that these are important stories that need to be told.
Event TitlePresentation by Russell Doré "Henry and Friends"
Event Date(s)Sunday, April 21st, 2024 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Event LocationDetroit Public Library, Detroit, MI
Event DescriptionImmerse yourself in the world of innovation and entrepreneurship as we delve into the lives, achievements, and friendships of three legendary figures: Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, and Harvey Firestone. Discover the stories behind these inventors and the friendships that shaped their success with the help of local professional reenactors from the MotorCities National Heritage Area Partnership! This program will be presented by Russ Dore & is in partnership with the MotorCities National Heritage Area Partnership and will take place within the Galleria in the Main Library!
Event TitleGreat Gatsby Fundraiser at Packard Proving Grounds
Event Date(s)Saturday April 6th, 2024 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Event LocationPackard Proving Grounds, Shelby Township, MI
Event DescriptionThe Packard Proving Grounds will be hosting a Great Gatsby Fundraiser on April 6th, 2024 from 6 pm – 11pm. Featuring guest emcee, Roop Raj, evening anchor of FOX 2 News. There will be live music, dinner, drinks, and dancing. Black tie or 1920s attired required.
Event TitleWomen of General Motors Panel Discussion
Event Date(s)Thursday March 21st, 2024 7 p.m.
Event LocationR.E. Olds Transportation Museum, Lansing, MI
Event DescriptionJoin the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum for an installment of their Lecture Series titled, Women of General Motors. This panel discussion featuring five prominent women; Lenoris Allen, Alternate Benefits Representatrive, GM Lansing Delta Local 602; Jennifer Bigelow, Plant Director – GM Lansing Grand River Assembly; Rose Davis, Customer Quality Engineer – GM Defense; Jessie Hettinger, Director of Engineering Design, General Motors; and La Verne Wilson, Recently retired from GM, Quality Engineer – Technical Support. These women will discuss the importance of women in the auto industry from the foundations to current times.
Event TitleThe Men and Money that Started the Ford Motor Company
Event Date(s)Sunday, March 24th, 2024 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Event LocationGilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI
Event DescriptionThe Gilmore Car Museum continues their Winter Lecture Series with a lecture titled, “Creating a Giant.” This lecture presented by Ray Swetman, an automotive historian will be about the men and money that led to the start of the Ford Motor Company.
Event TitleThe Dodge Brothers, a Presentation by Russel Doré
Event Date(s)Saturday, March 16th, 2024 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Event LocationAuburn Hills Public Library, Auburn Hills, MI
Event DescriptionRussell Doré will be giving a special presentation on the history of the Dodge Brothers from the Auburn Hills Library. Come and learn more about the history of the founders of the Dodge Motor Company, from their humble beginnings to their involvement in Meadowbrook Hall.
Event TitlePresentation: The History of the Packard Proving Grounds
Event Date(s)Sunday, March 24th, 2024 2 p.m.
Event LocationMichigan Military Technical & Historical Society, Eastpointe, MI
Event DescriptionRoger Luksik will present a history of the Packard Proving Grounds, utilizing both vintage and current images of the location which is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. The history will be explored from opening day in June 1928 until it closed in 1956 with a look at the preservation that is ongoing at the proving grounds. Roger Luksik is the vice president and Committee Chair for Finance, Grant Writing and Accreditations for the Packard Motor Car Foundation.