Tuesday, June 21, 2011
The Dearborn museum is holding an around-the-clock showing of the document through Wednesday morning.
Thousands of people stood for hours in line waiting to feast their eyes on the original document of the Emancipation Proclamation at the Henry Ford Museum Monday evening. In the midst of the Civil War’s 150th anniversary, the Henry Ford has introduced a "Discovering the Civil War" theme until early September that exhibits all the important events that relate to the era of America's 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. The Henry Ford is also home to three authentic documents of the 13th amendment, which officially abolished slavery in the U.S. According to the Henry Ford’s Executive Vice President Christian Overland, bringing the Emancipation Proclamation out of the National Archives to Michigan for display wasn’t a simple task. “It’s one of …
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. The overcast and possibility of storms will continue today, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures will hit a high near 86 degrees, and heavy storms are most likely after 3 p.m., though rain will be on and off all day. 2. Check out our coverage of last night's opening ceremony for the public viewing of the original Emancipation Proclamation at the Henry Ford Museum. If you missed it, you still have a chance to see the document until 6 a.m. Wednesday. 3. Looking to add a kitty to your life? Friends For the Dearborn Animal Shelter is hosting Feline Fun Day at Fairlane Ford from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. today. Pick up a new friend for Adopt-A-Cat month, win a prize, and test …
Monday, June 20, 2011
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. Some serious storms could be headed our way today after noon, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures will hit a high near 80 degrees with mostly sunny skies, but a hazardous weather outlook has been issued for the area. Severe thunderstorms are possible, which could bring heavy winds and hail. 2. But don't let the weather stop you from venturing out! There's a lot happening today–like a public viewing of the original Emancipation Proclamation. The Henry Ford Museum is hosting an around-the-clock showing of the document, which has not been in Michigan since 1948. The event begins at 6 p.m. and runs until 6 a.m. Wednesday. A ceremony will be held tonight at 6:45 p.m. …
Laura Herberg
3:18 pm on Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Were you one of the thousands who waited in line to see this document? If so what did it mean to you? I'm one of the producers of the Craig Fahle Show on WDET 101.9 FM. Tomorrow, Wed. June 22nd we'll be talking about the Emancipation Proclamation on our program and we want to hear from you. Let us know what seeing it meant to you by calling 313 -577-1019 at 11am. Or, you can comment on our … more ›