Todd Brighton will discuss the lives of everyday citizens during the American Revolution, including original artifacts from his personal collection related to five Patriot soldiers who served in the conflict. Todd will exhibit authentic military gear, original portraits, manuscripts, and early Americana, including Native American trade silver, ceramic, and pewter pieces.
2026 marks 200 years since the first burial at Oakwood Cemetery — Wyandotte’s oldest landmark. Within its gates rest former slaves, soldiers, state legislators, and everyday citizens whose lives shaped the community. From tales of the Purple Gang to stories of body snatchers, Oakwood holds a rich and fascinating history that continues to echo through ... Read more
This program will focus on the process of deportations into the different types of camps within occupied Europe. They will emphasize the human story of the Holocaust by explaining Jewish experiences living in the camps. You will explore various aspects of camp life, including work, food, resistance, violence and community. By examining testimonies and artifacts ... Read more
The story is set prior to and during the U.S. Civil War. The plot centers on the faith and lives of two women. One is a Quaker who helps hide runaway slaves, and the other is a southern slave who helps other slaves escape to freedom. This work is a true story inspired by her ... Read more
Autumn Storms are notorious on the Great Lakes, and Ric has studied their devastating effects for over 25 years. This program features storms in 1905, 1913, 1940, and the wrecks of the Fitzgerald, Morrell, and Bradley. Rare interviews with survivors, as well as footage from each of the ships, make this spell-binding program very special.
