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Public Programs
& Events
ANNUAL EVENTS
MAY
Feast of the Ste. Claire
Memorial Day weekend means tents,
campfires, and 600 re-enactors in Pine Grove Park. Experience the fun
and flavor of 18th century life.
JUNE
Be a
Tourist in Your Own Hometown
The many sites of the
Port Huron Museum, in conjunction with other local attractions, open
their doors free of admission on the first Saturday in June.
Marine Mart
This event attracts vendors of nautical
memorabilia and equipment from throughout the Midwest. The general
public is welcome to see and shop the merchandise during the Be a
Tourist in Your Own Hometown Day, on the first Saturday of June. In
2009, this event will again be hosted by Acheson Ventures at the Seaway
Terminal.
Log Cabin Day
An annual statewide event, held on the
last Sunday of June, the log cabin on the grounds of the Main Museum is
opened to the public. Re-enactors present aspects of pioneer life.
JULY
Coast Guard Days
A city-wide event in
August, a variety of ceremonies, demonstrations, and activities
celebrate the Coast Guard's longtime presence in Port Huron. The Port
Huron Museum's sites of the Huron Lightship, the USCG Cutter Bramble,
and the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse join the City of Port Huron in honoring
the men and women of the United States Coast Guard.
SEPTEMBER
World Festival
Formerly known as the International
Festival of World Cultures, this annual September event celebrates the
history, art, and food of many countries. Once again to be held at
Acheson Ventures' Seaway Terminal, join us for a Mexican tamale, German
spaetzle, Guatemalan coffee, and other international treats.
OCTOBER
SCREAM
DEPOT
Not for the faint of heart, join the big
kids for a haunting good time at the Thomas Edison Depot last two
weekends in October.
In addition to the
public programs and annual events listed here, please know that
specialized workshops and presentations are continually developed to
augment the rotating schedule of exhibitions.
If you have any questions, or would like
to register for one of these programs or events, please call Holly
Modock, (810) 982-0891, ext. 118.
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