Sep

11

History “meet & greet” with General George Armstrong Custer, 19th century national hero and celebrity, on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at Michigan Travel Center in Monroe

Monroe, MI – September 10, 2008 – Heritage tourism can be a boon for communities lucky enough to identify with a person or event of historical significance. Monroe resident Steve Alexander, the “foremost Custer living historian” as proclaimed by the United States Congress, agrees and hopes to direct tourists to the controversial General’s hometown of Monroe, Michigan as he dons the persona of his alter ego and greets guests at the Michigan Travel Center in Monroe on September 13, 2008.

Alexander, who’s been acknowledged by both the Michigan and Ohio Senates for his lifetime work and portrayal of America’s most controversial military leader, will regale travel center guests with stories about Custer’s historic exploits, talk up his Monroe and southeast Michigan roots and promote the upcoming Custer Celebration Event taking place in Monroe from October 3 to October 11, 2008.

Read press release in its entirety here:

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Sep

11

As part of the 2008 Custer Celebration, a free patriotic concert will be held at St. Mary’s Park in Monroe on Friday, October 10th at 6:30 pm.

The concert will feature live music by the 126th Army Band with pre-concert music by Monroe High School’s Generations of Sound.

Brigadier General Daniel A. Taylor, Jr. (Ret.) will be the introductory speaker. Fireworks will follow the concert.

October 10th is the anniversary of the internment of General Custer’s remains at West Point in 1877.

 

Aug

25

The Monroe County Historical Society is pleased to host Dakota Goodhouse, Fort Abraham Lincoln Foundation’s Chief of Interpretation, during the 2008 Custer Celebration.

Dakota has been assisting the Custer Celebration Committee and students from the community with an exhibit detailing the various roles of American Indians at the Battle of Little Big Horn. The exhibit will be gifted to the Monroe County Historical Museum on Friday, October 3.

He will share the brutal realities of war on the plains with the audience of The American Indians at the Little Big Horn on Sunday, October 5 at the Monroe County Historical Museum at 2:30 pm.

On Monday, he will present a children’s program, Universal Languages of the Plains, during a morning visit to Triumph Academy and again at the Dorsch Library in Monroe at 7 pm.

See our Events Schedule for details and updates.

 

 

Aug

22

The Monroe County Historical Society has just announced that sales of 2008 Custer Celebration Event limited edition prints “General Custer’s Monroe” are now underway. Artist Sherie Chaffee of Belleville, Michigan was commissioned to create a painting that reflected George Custer’s ties to Monroe.

Prints have been made of Chaffee’s original painting and are now on sale for $20 at: Martin’s Shoes, Frenchie’s, and The Book Nook.

Chaffee’s painting is on display in the store window of the former United Furniture building located near Loranger Square.

Can’t get to downtown Monroe? Don’t fret. You can order prints by mail for $30, which includes shipping and handling.

Click here, to access your online order form.

View print here.
 
Prints will also be for sale at Custer Celebration Events.

Aug

21

The annual Great Lakes Conference of the Little Big Horn Associates will be held this year in Monroe, Michigan beginning Thursday, October 2, and concluding on Saturday, October 4, 2008.

Three years ago, the conference was held in Monroe and our city hosted approximately 100 members. We hope this year’s attendance is as good - or better, and we hope the Little Big Horn Associates enjoy their visit to Monroe.

“The Little Big Horn Associates is an organization for individuals who have a keen interest in studying the life and times of this hero who is considered, by some, to be an enigma. The organization is dedicated to seeking the truth about the man and the famous battle that led to his death at age 36.” [TheLBHA web site].

For more information on the Little Big Horn Associates, click on this link:
http://www.thelbha.org/home.shtml

Aug

21

Lee Chambers, author of Fort Abraham Lincoln Dakota Territory, will be part of the 2008 Custer Celebration Event opening reception. The program will be held at the Monroe County Historical Museum on Friday, October 3, 2008 at 6 p.m.

Book description:
Discover one of America’s most important 19th century forts. Initially constructed for infantry troops in the Dakota Territory, Fort Abraham Lincoln was changed to house both infantry and cavalry troops to protect construction crews building the Northern Pacific Railroad. The first commanding officer was Civil War hero Major General George Armstrong Custer, with his famous 7th Cavalry. Custer was in command of Fort Lincoln at the time of his fateful expedition to the Little Big Horn.
This book describes everyday life for the soldiers, including their food, entertainment, and weapons. Every building is described in detail and shown 200 blueprints, historic and recent photographs are included. Historians will relish this comprehensive new presentation.

Following the reception and Chamber’s presentation, the museum’s Custer Exhibit will open to the public.

Check out our Events Calendar for more details!

Aug

21

Posted by Karin

When out and about, perhaps, you’ll stumble upon our 2008 Custer Celebration Event flyers. If you’re not local, you can download one here. I think these flyers are fantastic looking and aptly convey all the exciting activities scheduled for October 3 - 11, 2008

2008 Custer Celebration Event flyer

Aug

20

The Lotus Bed & Breakfast, located on Washington Street within walking distance of beautiful downtown Monroe, is offering special rates during the Custer Celebration Event.
Rates for standard rooms are $110 and include sales tax.

B & B Info:
Lotus Bed & Breakfast
324 Washington Street
Monroe, MI 48161
734-735-1077

Click here to find out about other hotel, motel special rates during the week.

Aug

18

Target grant sponsors performances by the 126th Army Band of the Michigan National Guard and Golden Griffon Stringtet as part of Monroe County Historical Society’s Custer Celebration Event

[Monroe, MI] (August 18, 2008) — Monroe County Historical Society today announced a partnership with Target® in recognition of its efforts in promoting Monroe County history through music at its annual Custer Celebration Event, which runs from October 3 to October 11, 2008.

Click here, to read press release in its entirety.

Aug

13

Posted by Ronda

Monroe residents and visitors will have the opportunity to dine with “Buffalo Bill Cody” on Friday, October 10th between 4:30 and 6:30 pm at the Monroe Street Grill.

Buffalo Bill (portrayed by Kirk Shapland) will speak about the time he spent on the Plains with his friend General Custer.

Previously scheduled to be held at Hotel Sterling at 6:00 pm, the time and venue of this event have been changed due to construction in the reception area of the hotel. Please see our 2008 Events page for an up-to-date schedule.

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