America 250: Celebrating Troy's Stories
This marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To celebrate the Semiquincentennial, Troy Historic Village is inviting the community to hear the stories of our past, from the earliest pioneers to our neighbors today. The Village is actively collecting stories from people all ages and backgrounds through various free programs this year.
Keep scrolling to learn how you can get involved!
Visit the Summer Exhibit Learn about Oral Histories History Projects for KidsSummer Exhibit: Telling Troy's Stories
June, July, & August
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 10am-3pm
Thursday, 10am-7pm
General Admission Rates Apply (Walk-ins are welcomed and encouraged!)
- THS Members: FREE
- Non-members: $7/Adult
- Children under the age of 18 receive FREE General Admission this summer (June, July, and August) thanks to the Troy Community Foundation.
About the exhibit:
How has Troy become the largest and most diverse city in Oakland County? Explore the Village and the stories across two hundred years of settling Troy. From farmlands to technological business corridors, Troy has attracted new residents throughout time for all sorts of reasons. Alongside historic buildings and stories of pioneers you will find stories from your own neighbors as students and adults across Troy contribute to this exhibit celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
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See the exhibit for FREE!
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