Vicksburg Historical Society

Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
2025-10-08 18:15, 2025-09-10 18:15, 2025-08-13 18:15, 2025-07-10 18:15, 2025-06-11 18:15, 2025-05-14 18:15, 2025-04-09 18:15, 2025-03-12 18:15 UTC and 2 more dates | Vicksburg Depot Museum, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:15pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.

Vicksburg Cemetery Tours
2025-10-04 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Schoolcraft Township Cemetery, 333 W. Highway St., Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
ONLINE SALES HAVE ENDED AS OF 11AM, 10/4. TICKETS MAY BE PURCHASED WITH CASH AT THE CEMETERY. AVAILABLE TIMES ARE 1:45, 2:15, AND 2:45.

Vicksburg Cemetery Tours
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Schoolcraft Township (Vicksburg) Cemetery
333 W. Highway St., Vicksburg, Michigan
History comes alive this fall at the Vicksburg Cemetery Tours, a unique afternoon of storytelling and remembrance on Saturday, October 4 at Schoolcraft Township (Vicksburg) Cemetery.
The walking tour will introduce visitors to eleven former residents of Vicksburg, portrayed by local volunteer actors who bring their voices and stories back from the past. This year’s tour features figures such as:

Jacob Lemon, one of the area’s early settlers whose life offers a glimpse into the challenges and determination of 19th-century pioneers.
Fanny Bair, a pioneering woman whose life shaped the early educational and civic fabric of the village.
O.B. Dunning, a community leader and businessman whose influence helped shape modern Vicksburg.

Their stories—and those of seven other fascinating individuals—offer a window into the triumphs, tragedies, and everyday moments that define the Vicksburg area’s history.
Location: Schoolcraft Township (Vicksburg) Cemetery,
333 W. Highway St., Vicksburg, MI
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: Tours will run at regular intervals, 1pm-4pm
Featuring: Ten portrayals of Vicksburg’s historic residents
Tickets (required): Member tickets ($12) sales open August 22. General Public tickets ($15) go on sale August 30. Tickets may also be purchased at the Vicksburg Depot Museum, Friday-Sunday, 11-5.
Whether you’re a local history buff or looking for a memorable fall outing, the Vicksburg Cemetery Tours provide an afternoon of reflection, discovery, and community spirit. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Walk among the headstones—hear the stories that refuse to be forgotten.

Harvest Festival 2025
2025-09-28 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
The 15th Annual Harvest Festival returns bigger than ever on Sunday, September 28, 2025!

Historic Village Market
2025-08-22 14:00 - 18:00 UTC, 2025-07-25 14:00 - 18:00 UTC, 2025-06-27 14:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
The Vicksburg Farmers’ Market will make the Vicksburg Historic Village home on June 27, July 25, and August 22. Explore the farmers’ market in this unique venue.
https://www.vicksburgfarmersmarket.com/

2025 Speaker Series - The Edmund Fitzgerald
2025-08-17 14:00 UTC | Vicksburg United Methodist Church, 217 S. Main Street, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Ric Mixter is a diver, historian, podcaster, and one of only a handful of people to have actual dove the Edmund Fitzgerald.
He will bring his first hand knowledge of the most famous shipwreck in freshwater to our 2025 Speaker Series.

The Speaker Series is free and open to the public. A $5 donation is encouraged.217 S. Main Street, Taylor Room, Vicksburg United Methodist Church, 2pm

History Camp
2025-07-21 10:00 - 2025-07-24 15:00 UTC | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Our second annual History Camp is July 21-24, 2025, 10am-3pm!
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/241134786518158
Students, 6th-8th grade are welcome to dive into history with the Vicksburg Historical Society.Campers will get the chance to be hands on in all buildings of the historic village during an in depth tour. They will spend a day learning about military history with historians from the Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society. We will explore food from the past, learn some archiving basics, and do an art project.
Registration is $50, scholarships may be available.

2025 Speaker Series - Kalamazoo County Characters
2025-07-20 14:00 UTC | Vicksburg United Methodist Church, 217 S. Main Street, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Author and Michigan promoter Dianna Higgs Stampfler will join us to talk about Kalamazoo County Characters, following the release of her latest book of the same name.
Pick up your copy ahead of time at Gilbert and Ivy @100 South Main Street, or at the event. Dianna will be signing copies!
Sunday, July 20, 2025 @2pm217 South Main Street, Vicksburg, MITaylor Room (downstairs) @Vicksburg United Methodist Church
This event is open to the public and free, but a $5 donation per person is encouraged.
Co-hosted by the Vicksburg Historical Society and Gilbert & Ivy.

Vicksburg District Library - Third Annual Truck & Vehicle Expo
2025-07-11 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Vicksburg Depot Museum, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
The Vicksburg District Library will be hosting their Third Annual Truck & Vehicle Expo at the Vicksburg Historic Village On Friday, July 11.
Join your Vicksburg Library youth librarian, Ms. Susan, for this special event with community vehicles and fun handouts! Children will be able to see and explore a police car, a new fire truck and a historic fire truck, an ambulance, a school bus, and construction vehicles!
Special times for toddlers: 10 – 11 a.m. and elementary age: 11 a.m. – 12 noon.

We will be in the gravel parking lot area of the Vicksburg Historic Village. Hope to see you there!

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2025 Speaker Series - The Life of Private David Lee Sutfin, World War I
2025-06-22 14:00 UTC | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Kalamazoo County historian Steve Rossio will present The Life of Private David Lee Sutfin, 126th Infantry, 32nd Division, World War I
as part of the Vicksburg Historical Society Speaker Series on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 2pm in the Vicksburg Historic Village Township Hall building.

The Speaker Series is free and open to the public. A $5 donation is recommended.Follow the signs to park on the grass near the building.

Historic Village Opening Day and Vicksburg Old Car Show
2025-06-14 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Vicksburg Historic Village opens up for the season on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 9am. As part of the Vicksburg Old Car Festival, the Historic Village will host the Kalamazoo Valley Antique Engine and Tractor Club and more! All buildings in the village will be open to the public.
Regular Hours: Friday-Sunday, 11am-5pm.

2025 Speaker Series - For the Love of Trains
2025-05-18 14:00 UTC | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Railroad historian Mark Worrall returns to the Vicksburg Historical Society Speaker Series to present For the Love of Trains on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2pm in the Vicksburg Historic Village Township Hall building.
For the Love of Trains:
Join us on a tour of Michigan’s railroad history through early 20th century images. Explore images from this period of traveling spindly logging railroads, high speed interurbans, mighty class one lines, and humble shortlines. Whether under the wires, pulled by horses, or pulled by the iron horse, we will look at the stories behind the images – some rare and lost, some fun, some sad, but all part of the wonderful tapestry of Michigan rail history.
The Speaker Series is free and open to the public. Donations are encouraged.
Follow the signs to park on the grass near the building.

Annual Member Meeting
2025-04-26 10:30 UTC | Vicksburg District Library, 215 S. Michigan Ave., Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Members of the Vicksburg Historical Society are invited to our Annual Member Meeting on Saturday, April 26 @10:30am at the Vicksburg District Library, 215 S. Michigan Ave.
Hear updates on the VHS from your Board of Trustees, enjoy refreshments and time with fellow Vicksburg history supporters. Excel at Vicksburg Trivia for your chance to win prizes!
We will be presenting the 2024 Weick Award for Historic Preservation to Lisa Kreutz and Margaret Musselman.
This year, our Museum Administrator and Curator (MAC), Leah Milowe, will be presenting “A Visual Journey Through Vicksburg History”. Leah will share details and insights into some of the least and best known images of our community. Audience participation will be encouraged.

RSVP HERE: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLScIhFO8QXF…/viewform…

Not a member, but want to join? Membership forms will be available at the meeting or join on our website https://vicksburghistory.org/membership/

Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
2025-02-12 18:15 UTC | Vicksburg Depot Museum, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Vicksburg Depot Museum 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, United States

Vicksburg Historical Society Board meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at 6:15pm at the Depot Museum. Meetings are open to the public.

Holidays with the Vicksburg Historical Society
2024-12-28 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-14 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-07 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Make memories at the Vicksburg Depot Museum on Saturdays in December!
Join us Saturday, December 7, 14, 21, and 28, 11am-5pm for activities for all ages:

Check out our model train layout where volunteers will operate the train, chat about the layout, and even teach you to operate the controls!
Visit our toy exhibit showcasing toys spanning the decades along with a beautiful 1920’s Christmas display!
Make a beaded decoration/ornament or color a picture to take home after visiting the model train!
On December 14, stop in during “Christmas in the ‘Burg” for free hot cocoa and treats. Live Christmas music will be provided with string duo The Raven Bow (Bob and Kathy Brandt)!
Take a stroll or drive through Christmas Card Lane.

We can’t wait to see you!

2024 Speaker Series - Strange, Unusual, Crazy, and Weird Highway Signs
2024-10-20 14:00 UTC | Vicksburg Historic Village, 300 N. Richardson, Vicksburg, MI, 49097, United States
Dr. John Geisler will join us on October 20 to present “Strange, Unusual, Crazy, and Weird Highway Signs”. This program focuses on signs found across Michigan that will make you scratch your head and wonder “Who okayed this?”.
As always, our Speaker Series if free and open to the public. This event will be held at the Vicksburg Historic Village Township Hall at 2pm.

Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
2024-10-10 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
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.
