Mother’s Day History
Albion’s Mother’s Day Founder, Juliette Calhoun Blakeley is described on a historical marker near the library, on S. Ionia St and E. Erie. Few people
Black History
Labor Day Albion – Tour of History Hill in Holland Park
In 2018, Albion Health Care Alliance partnered with Albion Recreation Department for the Labor Day Albion – Walk the Trail event. Larry Williams, of the
Black History Month Albion 2019
February is an important month for Albion’s traditional celebrations honoring Black History, including community, music, and food. Visit the calendar on the menu above for
Mr. Bonner – the Book
Coming soon, order information about the book: Mr. Bonner. Click the image above to see the author’s Facebook page where you can add comments.
Why is February called Black History Month?
Why was February Chosen to be called Black History Month? Two famous abolitionists and social reformers were born during the month of February. The precursor
MLK events in Albion Michigan
Two events related to Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday will be happening in January 2018. The first is a day of service on the actual
Grand Street Park and Mural in Marshall
Grand Street Park and mural are featured in General Guide XXVIII, the History Edition. The mural has historic features embedded within each letter, including a
Civil Rights Monuments and Sculptures in Michigan and Canada
There was a trail to the north before the Civil War, that was unmarked, except for stories of following the North Star, looking for moss
General Guide – February 2017
The first celebration of Black History Month took place at Kent State in February 1970. Prior to that time, the second week of February was