Past Meetings

Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Dearborn City of Immigrants & Their Architectural Traditions -- Mike Kirk  A presentation reviewing the various immigrant groups who have settled in Dearborn, the present mix of architectural styles and how we might explore contextual design to bridge our cultural gaps.  Mr. Kirk is a Principal and Lead Historical Architect at Neumann/Smith Architecture where he leads the Detroit office.  He is a Certified Historical Architect per the Secretary of Interior and also a LEED accredited professional in sustainable "green design."  He is a lifelong Dearborn resident, graduate of Dearborn High and The University of Michigan -- Ann Arbor, with a BS & Master of Architecture degrees.

Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

Tips for Researching Your Old House -- Paul Snyder, archivist at Mill Race Village, Northville Historical Society,

Reveal -- Highlights from the Schaefer Building, one of Dearborn's architectural gems,  

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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

Overview Michigan Historic Tax Credit - A Tax Break for Owners of Old Homes? Robb McKay, historical architect, Michigan State Historic Preservation Office, spoke. Last year, the state passed a law that provides a state tax credit for owners of historic residential and commercial properties. Robb McKay explained what Dearborn and its residents must do in order to be eligible for this credit. 

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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

Overview Michigan Historic Tax Credit - Ian Tomashik

“Reveal" Springwells Park - Sharon Morton 

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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

“Stories from the Sidewalk” Highlights from a selection of houses in Arsenal Riverbend neighborhoods that will appear in our upcoming book – Arsenal Riverbend Historians 

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 Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

An Evening with Cristina Sheppard-Decius -- Cristina Sheppard-Decius, Manager of the East and West Dearborn DDAs, will outline her work. She will highlight the need for historic preservation as part of the big picture and the need for an updated Historic District Ordinance in order to participate fully in the Michigan Main Street initiative and get a Certified Local Government status to enable grants flowing into our city .

"Reveal" 22750 and 22740 Alexandrine – Nancy Harmon
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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

“Historic Preservation Projects and Challenges in Metro
Detroit  ” –  Devan Anderson,  President of Preservation Detroit's Board of Directors, a Michigan Historic Preservation Network board member and a member of the State Historic Preservation Review Board presented.  He shared a fascinating journey through his stories and experiences for an inside look at various projects and challenges throughout the metro Detroit area.  

Home Reveal --  22301 Cherry Hill (243 Northview)  - Sharon Morton
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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

Home Reveal -- 830 S. Brady - John Elwell

 “How Being A Certified Local Government Could Benefit Dearborn” – S. Alan Higgins, Certified Local Government Coordinator, Michigan Historic Preservation Network,  spoke about  "What a Certified Local Government Status could mean for Dearborn." The Certified Local Government (CLG) program is a preservation partnership between local, state, and national governments focused on promoting historic preservation at the local level.  Obtaining status as a CLG can help a local government encourage, develop, and maintain its local preservation efforts in coordination with its development plans.  Certified Local Governments are also eligible to apply for specially earmarked grants from the SHPO.  In summary, a CLG could help our city could benefit and qualify for funding and ongoing downtown enrichment.   
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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

Modifications and Additions -- How Ann Arbor’s Historic Districts Keep Historic Homes While Allowing Changes to Suit the Needs of Today’s Homeowners  -- Jill Thacher, Ann Arbor City Planner

Additions in West Dearborn – Would These Changes be Allowed Under a Revised Historic District Ordinance?  -- Ian Tomashik

•"Reveal":  A Surprising History of Two Historic Neighborhood Houses --22042 Morley/500 Wagner Court -- Glenn O’Kray

Learn More, Support Historic Preservation -- Chris Merlo 

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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

A look at Northville's grassroots work to create Mill Race Historic Village and recent historical survey work. -- Leanie Bayly, Executive Director of the Northville Historical Society

Dearborn Brickmaking History.  Could your house be constructed from local bricks made of Dearborn clay? -- Ian Tomashik

"Reveal":  A surprising history of one historic neighborhood house --22184 Long Boulevard –Sharon Morton

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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status / Outreach by Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Ian Tomashik

Q&A with Patrick McCauley, Realtor/Co-Author, Historic Ann Arbor: An Architectural Guide
Ordinance Could Benefit Several Neighborhoods – Mason Christensen, Dearborn Historical Museum archivist, on Dearborn's South End (traditional area for immigrants enriching our city's history, past and present)

Home Reveal -- 222 River Lane - Sharon Morton

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Welcome – Mariya Fogarasi 

Overview of Arsenal Riverbend Historic Research Group – Sharon Morton

Update on Dearborn’s Historic District Ordinance Status – Ian Tomashik

A Look at Upcoming Book:  "Stories from the Sidewalk“ --- Glenn O’Kray

Home Reveal -  22448-22450 Law Street  -- Chris Merlo

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