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Local historical agencies present History Open House at CGG on Saturday

By Billie Owens

Genesee County Federation of Historical Agencies

History Open House -   April 6th at GCC  10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Every half hour there will be a live presentation which includes music and fashion show (War of 1812 and Civil War uniforms). These are free, family friendly presentations. Following the presentations, representatives will be present to answer questions and show artifacts. Tables will be set up in the forum with displays and artifacts.

Door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes!

Historical presentations and information as follows:

Presentations

10 a.m.          GCC Glee Club “Here Comes Treble”  (Welcoming)

10:30 a.m.      GCC – Civil War Initiative by Derek Maxfield

11 a.m.           Tonawanda Reservation Mini History by Terry Abrams        

11:30 a.m.       Ely Parker by Holland Purchase Historical Society

 NOON            Peace Garden

1 p.m.              Military Historical Outfit review – War of 1812 & Civil War

1:30 p.m.         Kellogg Company, Genesee County Militia – Militia in 1812

2 p.m.             Genesee Area Genealogists – Tracing Your Family History     

2:30 p.m.        Stafford Historical Society – Red Ware

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