Events for August 18 - June 23

Michael Delaware, author, vlogger, and podcaster, will present his new book: "Victorian Southwest Michigan True Crime".  After the presentation, Michael will be signing copies of his book. This event is free and open to the public. It will be held in the Township Hall building at the Vicksburg Historic Village. For more information on Michael Delaware, visit https://michaeldelaware.com/

Members are welcome to join us for our Annual Membership Meeting on Saturday, May 4 at 11am at the Vicksburg District Library. Refreshments and social time will be followed by a quick update by VHS Board Members and a presentation. This year, we are welcoming Roger Scovill of the Steam Railroading Institute. He will present Train Robberies in Michigan. Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/XkmXQ1LtV1WkEgBQA  

Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.

The Vicksburg Historic Village will open its buildings for the 2024 season on Saturday, June 8. This coincides with the Vicksburg Old Car Festival. On the village grounds you will find the Kalamazoo Valley Antique Engine and Tractor Club, farm animals, the Tin Can Tourists vintage campers, and much more!

Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.

The Historic Village will be open for visitors for an evening of entertainment. Stroll through the village while enjoying the sounds of string duo Raven Bow. Tickets may be purchased the night of the event at the Depot Museum or here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/night-at-the-museum-tickets-905073117057 

"The History of Magic in Michigan" presented by magician and FAB Magic Company owner Rick Fisher. Join us Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 2pm at the Vicksburg Historic Village's Township Hall for what is sure to be an informational and entertaining presentation. Free to the public.  

Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.

We are excited to host Brian D. Carroll, PhD., Historian and Archivist for the Israelite House of David as he presents "Whiskerinos at the Plate:  The House of David’s Barnstorming Baseball Teams". This free event is open the public. Join us at 2pm in the Historic Village Township Hall.

Do you know a Vicksburg Middle School student that loves history (or learning!)? History Camp topics will include industry, local history, music, art, archiving, railroads, and books. Participants will receive quick interesting lessons from speakers knowledgeable on their topic. Speakers include: Sharon Carlson, retired WMU archivist (protecting photos and documents at home) Leah Milowe, Vicksburg Historical Society Museum Administrator and Curator (local history) Susan Kallewaard, Vicksburg District Library Youth Service Librarian (book recommendations) Kathy and Bob Brandy, The Raven Bow string duo (music) Vicksburg Cultural Arts Center, art project The Mill at Vicksburg July 22-26, 2024, 9am-12pm. Open to students in [...]