Preservation Wayne’s 21st Annual Movie Palaces Tour

[ August 15, 2009; 12:00 am; ] On Saturday, August 15, 2009, Preservation Wayne’s annual Movie Palaces Tour will showcase the jaw dropping architecture of Detroit’s downtown theaters. Preservation Wayne’s biggest walking tour of the year highlights the city’s entertainment district. Tickets are $40, and include a boxed lunch at the Detroit Opera House.

Visit “behind the scenes” for an exclusive look inside the 7 theaters still accessible in one of the country’s most important collection of early 20th Century theaters. Now in its 21st year, the tour helps…

Segway Tours Come to Detroit

[ July 25, 2009; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Inside Detroit and Segway Tours of Southeastern Michigan are bringing Segway Tours to Detroit ! Starting this Saturday people will be able to sign up for a 2-hour Segway Tour that will show them Downtown’s highlights while experiencing the excitement of a Segway.

“Every major city across the world offers Segway tours and people [...]

Masonic Temple Tour with the Detroit Historical Society

[ June 20, 2009; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] This tour needs no introduction.  You’ve heard about the Masons, so come take an extensive look behind the scenes of the largest and most complete building of its kind. Wear your walking shoes for this one!

Where: Masonic Temple, Detroit

When: 2:00PM-4:00PM

Tix: $20.00 members, $30.00 non-members

www.detroithistorical.org

Eastern Market Brewery Tour

[ June 20, 2009; 10:00 am; ] Preservation Wayne invites you to a special tour highlighting the rich

Brewing History of the Eastern Market area.

Join Pat and Pete Cornils, officers of the Brewery Collectibles Club of America, for a two hour walking tour of five historic brewery sites in

the Market − topped off with a cold Stroh’s in a historic brewery!!

Tour begins 10am [...]

Corktown Annual Tour

[ June 7, 2009; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Sunday, June 7th
 
12 Noon thru 5:00 p.m.
 
Ticket Office:  1438 Michigan Ave.
  (between 8th St. & Trumbull)
 
Cost:  $15 per person
 
Carriage Ride: $5 (Historic Section of Corktown Only)
 
The Tour will include…..
Historic homes, Gardens, New Construction, Lofts, Businesses,
North Corktown, The Worker’s Row House & Archeological Dig
 
Tickets can be purchased in advance or the day of the event [...]

Historic Indian Village Home and Garden Tour

[ June 6, 2009; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The Historic Indian Village Home and Garden Tour is celebrating the 114th anniversary of our elegant, historic neighborhood. This is the tour’s 36th year. It is the second oldest tour of its kind in Michigan, preceded only by the Marshall Michigan Historic Home Tour.
 June 6, 2009 
10 A.M.–5 P.M. 
Tour Day – $20.00
Advance Day – $15.00
Maximum 9 [...]

Historic Fort Wayne Tour with Detroit Historical Society

[ June 6, 2009; 11:00 am; ] “Fort Wayne never saw a shot fired in anger.” The peaceful location became a primary induction center for Michigan troops entering battle in every U. S. conflict from the Civil War to Viet Nam. Over the years it’s served as an infantry training station, housed the Chaplin school, and was the primary procurement location for [...]

College for Creative Studies Tour with Detroit Historical Society

[ May 28, 2009; 6:00 pm; ] From its beginning in 1906 as the Society of Arts and Crafts to its everchanging present and future, the College for Creative Studies; better known as CCS, is an urban hub of creativity and ingenuity. Come enjoy the campus, learn about its various attractions, including the Josephine F. Ford Sculpture Garden, and view artist demonstrations.
 
Where: [...]

Coast Guard Station Belle Isle Tour with Detroit Historical Society

[ May 16, 2009; 11:00 am; ] Meet some of Detroit’s own Coast Guard officers, see their living quarters, learn about their weapons, and see where they work on their boats. You’ll also learn some knottying skills and finish with lunch in the galley. Maritime and boat lovers should not miss this tour!  Includes lunch with the crew!
 
Where: Coast Guard Station on [...]

Detroit Home Kitchen Tour

[ May 16, 2009; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The second annual Kitchen Tour presented by Detroit Home magazine is a self-guided tour of Oakland County’s finest kitchens.  Admission is $20.00 donatable to a charity of your choosing (see selection on website), and there is a mixer from 4:00PM-7:00PM at Specialties Showroom.
Where: See website for details
When: 10:00AM-5:00PM
Tix: $20.00
www.detroithomemag.com