Education Everywhere — Everyone is invited to learn something new about the history of Grand Rapids with the History Detectives on January 17.
History Detectives GR is a joint venture hosted by the Grand Rapids Historical Commission and sponsored by several Grand Rapids organizations, including Grand Rapids Public Library and The Grand Rapids Public Museum. The event begins at 10 a.m. and features five 45-minute presentations at the Grand Rapids Public Library.
10:00 a.m. – Uncovering Grand Rapids Public School’s History as a Community: Learn about the controversial closing of South High School in 1968 and the history of segregation and integration in Grand Rapids Public Schools…