Dexter Area Historical Society
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Museum
3443 Inverness Street Dexter, MI 48130 The Museum is open with a special Bible display. Museum Hours are 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Friday and Saturday afternoons. |
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Gordon Hall
8311 Island Lake Road Dexter, MI 48130 Gordon Hall is open during special events and by appointment only. |
Upcoming Events:
Archeology Class is back at Gordon Hall!
The class will continue their excavation of the privy and then research where the barns were located.
The class will be working Friday afternoons September 13 through October 18 from 1:00-4:30
International Archeology Day is Saturday October 19 and is open to the public from 10:00-5:30.
Come and see what has been uncovered. Tours of Gordon Hall are also available.
Click here for more details
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The class will continue their excavation of the privy and then research where the barns were located.
The class will be working Friday afternoons September 13 through October 18 from 1:00-4:30
International Archeology Day is Saturday October 19 and is open to the public from 10:00-5:30.
Come and see what has been uncovered. Tours of Gordon Hall are also available.
Click here for more details
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Christmas with DAHS
Friday December 6th - Woodland Wonderland 6:30, Strolling hors d'oeuvres, spirits and desserts
$65 per person, For reservations call Ina Germain 734 395 4106
Saturday December 7th - Open House at Gordon Hall 9:00 - 5:00 featuring the Christmas Village Collection, Making Gingerbread Houses and a Visit with Santa (9:00 - 3:00)
Saturday December 7th - Holiday Bazaar at the Museum 9:00 - 3:00
Sunday December 8th - Celebrating Katharine Dexter McCormick and the 100th Anniversary of Women Suffrage - Christmas Tea at Gordon Hall 1:00 and 4:00. Light lunch and desserts. Cost is $30. Call Ina German 734 395 4106 for reservations.
Evening Open Houses: Dec 13, 14, 21 and 28 from 5-7:30
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Fall Dinner
Our September 21st fundraising dinner sponsored by St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Chelsea was well attended by many generous supporters of Gordon Hall and we earned over $37,000 . Our sincere thank you to Nancy Graebner, CEO and the staff of the hospital as well as the generous event sponsors, donors and attendees! The Gordon Hall restoration moves forward with your wonderful support! |
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The Dexter Area Historical Society (DAHS) is a nonprofit organization in Dexter, Michigan, which supports the preservation of the history of the Dexter area. DAHS owns and operates two properties: the Dexter Area Museum and Gordon Hall.
The DAHS board meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM at the museum.
Dexter Museum
Located in the Village of Dexter, Michigan the Dexter Area Historical Museum serves as western Washtenaw County's link with history. The museum is housed in the former St. Andrew's United Church of Christ built in 1883. In addition to numerous artifacts, the museum contains a large display area, a genealogical library, a local history library and the Corner Gift Shop. The museum is open May - November on Friday and Saturday afternoons.
The Dexter Heritage Guild is the fundraising group for the Musem.
Museum and Heritage Guild information
Historic Gordon Hall
Built in the 1840's Gordon Hall is owned and operated by the Dexter Area Historical Society. The society puts on events at Gordon Hall throughout the year to raise funds for the rehabilitation of the building. The venue may also be rented for weddings and other events.
Gordon Hall history and event scheduling
The DAHS board meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM at the museum.
Dexter Museum
Located in the Village of Dexter, Michigan the Dexter Area Historical Museum serves as western Washtenaw County's link with history. The museum is housed in the former St. Andrew's United Church of Christ built in 1883. In addition to numerous artifacts, the museum contains a large display area, a genealogical library, a local history library and the Corner Gift Shop. The museum is open May - November on Friday and Saturday afternoons.
The Dexter Heritage Guild is the fundraising group for the Musem.
Museum and Heritage Guild information
Historic Gordon Hall
Built in the 1840's Gordon Hall is owned and operated by the Dexter Area Historical Society. The society puts on events at Gordon Hall throughout the year to raise funds for the rehabilitation of the building. The venue may also be rented for weddings and other events.
Gordon Hall history and event scheduling
Locations
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Museum HoursMay through November
Friday and Saturday afternoons from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Gordon Hall is open during special events and by appointment only. |
