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SUMMARY:Historic Village Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nhttps://www.vicksburgfarmersmarket.com/
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/historic-village-market-2/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250813T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250813T181500
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SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-21/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250817T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250817T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250519T142933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T142933Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Speaker Series - The Edmund Fitzgerald
DESCRIPTION:Ric Mixter is a diver\, historian\, podcaster\, and one of only a handful of people to have actual dove the Edmund Fitzgerald.\nHe will bring his first hand knowledge of the most famous shipwreck in freshwater to our 2025 Speaker Series.\n\nThe 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
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/2025-speaker-series-the-edmund-fitzgerald/
LOCATION:Vicksburg United Methodist Church\, 217 S. Main Street\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250822T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250822T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250523T132636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T132636Z
UID:4125-1755871200-1755885600@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Historic Village Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nhttps://www.vicksburgfarmersmarket.com/
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/historic-village-market-3/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T181500
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250130T173611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T173611Z
UID:3953-1757528100-1757528100@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-22/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250928T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250130T174901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T174901Z
UID:3967-1759057200-1759075200@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Harvest Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 15th Annual Harvest Festival returns bigger than ever on Sunday\, September 28\, 2025!
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/harvest-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251004T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250803T144311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T150717Z
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SUMMARY:Vicksburg Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION: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.\n  \nVicksburg Cemetery Tours\nSaturday\, October 4\, 2025\nSchoolcraft Township (Vicksburg) Cemetery\n333 W. Highway St.\, Vicksburg\, Michigan \nHistory 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. \nThe 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: \n\nJacob Lemon\, one of the area’s early settlers whose life offers a glimpse into the challenges and determination of 19th-century pioneers.\nFanny Bair\, a pioneering woman whose life shaped the early educational and civic fabric of the village.\nO.B. Dunning\, a community leader and businessman whose influence helped shape modern Vicksburg.\n\nTheir 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. \nLocation: Schoolcraft Township (Vicksburg) Cemetery\,\n333 W. Highway St.\, Vicksburg\, MI\nDate: Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\nTime: Tours will run at regular intervals\, 1pm-4pm\nFeaturing: Ten portrayals of Vicksburg’s historic residents\nTickets (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. \nWhether 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. \nWalk among the headstones—hear the stories that refuse to be forgotten.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-cemetery-tours/
LOCATION:Schoolcraft Township Cemetery\, 333 W. Highway St.\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T181500
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250130T173707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T173726Z
UID:3955-1759947300-1759947300@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-23/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250219T213031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T213031Z
UID:3978-1760882400-1760882400@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Speaker Series - "The 1936 Second Army Maneuvers in Allegan County"
DESCRIPTION:Chris Causley of the Michigan Military and Technical and Historical Society will be presenting The 1936 Second Army Maneuvers in Allegan County on Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 at 2pm at the Vicksburg Historic Village Township Hall. \nAbout Chris:\nChris Causley is a founding member and current president of the Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society in Eastpointe\, Michigan\, and served as a commissioner on the State of Michigan World War I Centennial commission. A long time collector\, historian\, modeler and vehicle restorer\, he has narrowed his focus to capture and preserve the story of Michigan’s contributions to the defense of the nation from 1900 through today.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/speaker-series-the-1936-second-army-maneuvers-in-allegan-county/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251112T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T181500
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250130T173830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T173830Z
UID:3957-1762971300-1762971300@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-24/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20251016T234153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T234153Z
UID:4254-1765018800-1765036800@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Holidays with the Vicksburg Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Make memories at the Vicksburg Depot Museum on Saturdays in December!\nJoin us Saturday\, December 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 11am-4pm for activities for all ages:\n\n\nCheck out our model train layout where volunteers will operate the train\, chat about the layout\, and even teach you to operate the controls!\nMake a beaded decoration/ornament or color a picture to take home after visiting the model train!\nTake a stroll or drive through Christmas Card Lane.\n\nWe can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/holidays-with-the-vicksburg-historical-society-4/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T181500
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20250130T173930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T173930Z
UID:3959-1765390500-1765390500@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-25/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20251016T234804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T234804Z
UID:4256-1765623600-1765641600@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Holidays with the Vicksburg Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, December 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 11am-4pm for activities for all ages:\n\n\nCheck out our model train layout where volunteers will operate the train\, chat about the layout\, and even teach you to operate the controls!\nMake a beaded decoration/ornament or color a picture to take home after visiting the model train!\nTake a stroll or drive through Christmas Card Lane.\n\nWe can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/holidays-with-the-vicksburg-historical-society-5/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20251016T234909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T235349Z
UID:4258-1766228400-1766246400@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Holidays with the Vicksburg Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, December 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 11am-4pm for activities for all ages: \n\n\n\nCheck out our model train layout where volunteers will operate the train\, chat about the layout\, and even teach you to operate the controls!\nMake a beaded decoration/ornament or color a picture to take home after visiting the model train!\nTake a stroll or drive through Christmas Card Lane.\n\nWe can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/holidays-with-the-vicksburg-historical-society-6/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251227T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20251016T235235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T235524Z
UID:4262-1766833200-1766851200@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Holidays with the Vicksburg Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, December 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, 11am-4pm for activities for all ages: \n\n\n\nCheck out our model train layout where volunteers will operate the train\, chat about the layout\, and even teach you to operate the controls!\nMake a beaded decoration/ornament or color a picture to take home after visiting the model train!\nTake a stroll or drive through Christmas Card Lane.\n\nWe can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/holidays-with-the-vicksburg-historical-society-7/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260228T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260223T212809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T212809Z
UID:4297-1772280000-1772298000@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Ice’BURG’ Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for History on Ice: A Cool Archaeology Experiment! Step into the role of an archaeologist as you use tools to dig into real ice blocks with hidden objects frozen inside. Come see what you’ll discover! \nWe will be located on West Prairie Street\, between Gilbert & Ivy and Getty’s Barbershop.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/iceburg-festival/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260311T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260223T213650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T213650Z
UID:4299-1773252900-1773257400@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-26/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260308T225520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T225520Z
UID:4306-1775672100-1775676600@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-27/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260308T230319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T202804Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy refreshments\, hear updates about the Vicksburg Historical Society from board members. Then sit back and join in conversation during a presentation of “The History of Vicksburg Community Schools” by Leah Milowe. \nEnter your chance to win door prizes by submitting your RSVP here: https://forms.gle/Ssh1xohAtHd1qkwr8
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/annual-membership-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Taylor Room\, Vicksburg United Methodist Church\, 217 S. Main Street\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260308T225043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T225210Z
UID:4303-1777114800-1777136400@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Pulp & Press Lit Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Pulp & Press Lit Arts Festival \nHost Site and Printing Press Demonstrations \nA two-day celebration of the literary arts for all ages. The Vicksburg Historic Village and Depot Museum will be hosting authors and performing printing press demonstrations in the Newspaper Office and Print Shop throughout the day.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/pulp-press-lit-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Historic Village\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260428T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260322T203341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T203341Z
UID:4318-1777401000-1777408200@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Roots & Branches
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our genealogy series “Roots & Branches” this spring and summer. Each month and local or state organization will share what resources they offer for family researchers.\nTo kickoff\, on April 28 we will hear from Leah Milowe sharing what treasures can be found in the VHS archives. \nAttendees are encouraged to stick around after the presentation to work on research and seek assistance from the VHS staff and other attendees. Computers are limited\, so please bring a laptop if able. \n\nRSVP the following ways:\nOnline: https://forms.gle/emnfThFc1dLZevGA7\nCall us at (269) 649-1733 or send an email to info@vicksburghistory.org
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/roots-branches/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260322T204105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T204105Z
UID:4322-1778331600-1778342400@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:National Train Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869 with a visit to the Depot Museum! \nOn Saturday\, May 9 the Depot Museum will be open 11am-5pm. Learn about local railroad history\, check out the caboose and box car\, view trains from the Station Master’s Office (the BEST place to watch a train go by). \nFrom 1pm-4pm\, enjoy a train craft\, demonstrations\, and more! Check back for more details.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/national-train-day/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260513T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260308T225632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T225910Z
UID:4308-1778696100-1778700600@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-28/
LOCATION:MI
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260322T204449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T204449Z
UID:4324-1779820200-1779827400@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Roots & Branches
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our genealogy series “Roots & Branches” this spring and summer. Each month and local or state organization will share what resources they offer for family researchers.\nPam Cassino of the Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society will be on hand May 26 to share information about their resources\, assistance\, and events. \nAttendees are encouraged to stick around after the presentation to work on research and seek assistance from the VHS staff and other attendees. Computers are limited\, so please bring a laptop if able. \nRSVP the following ways:\nOnline: https://forms.gle/Yqtjk8Ne1XqkXkbPA\nCall us at (269) 649-1733 or send an email to info@vicksburghistory.org
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/roots-branches-2/
LOCATION:Vicksburg Depot Museum\, 300 N. Richardson\, Vicksburg\, MI\, 49097\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260308T225736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T225736Z
UID:4310-1781115300-1781119800@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Vicksburg Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/vicksburg-historical-society-board-meeting-29/
LOCATION:MI
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260708T174500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260322T204648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T204648Z
UID:4326-1783532700-1783537200@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Sharing the Spirit of America
DESCRIPTION:On July 8\, celebrate the 250th anniversary of the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence right here in Vicksburg. We will be joining this nationwide event as voices rise in every state and territory to perform a simultaneous reading of the Declaration at 6pm.
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/sharing-the-spirit-of-america/
LOCATION:TBD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260816T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T043451
CREATED:20260322T204844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T205523Z
UID:4329-1786888800-1786896000@vicksburghistory.org
SUMMARY:Speaker Series: SW Michigan and the WWI Polar Bear Expedition
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Speaker Series is excited to host Nancy Brock and her presentation “Southwest Michigan and the WWI Polar Bear Expedition”. \nLate in World War I the United States sent more than 5\,000 soldiers to Archangel in northern Russia at the request of the British allies. They believed their mission was to guard supplies. The mission changed. What happened\, and who was there from Vicksburg and the surrounding area? \nJoin us at 2pm on Sunday\, August 16\, 2026\, at the Vicksburg Historic Village Township Hall. \nThis event is free and open to the public. A suggested donation of $5 is welcomed!
URL:https://vicksburghistory.org/event/sw-michigan-and-the-wwi-polar-bear-expedition/
LOCATION:Township Hall\, Vicksburg Historic Village
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