The French Era of Detroit, 1701-1840
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 · 6:00 PM EDT · Berkley Public Library · Berkley, MI
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Meeting Room. Detroit’s cultural heritage is French. This presentation surveys that time period when it was the dominant culture, from its founding in 1701 to its decline in the 1830s. Detroit’s colonial history, and its story, are unique in America’s history. This presentation explores and explains it. Join Charles G. Bird, a lifelong Detroiter, exploring his interest in, and desire to raise awareness of, Detroit’s French cultural heritage. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkley Public Library.
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