Johnberk Member Username: Johnberk
Post Number: 47 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 172.161.188.155
| Posted on Friday, September 08, 2006 - 7:44 pm: | |
I received the following message in the form of an e-mail, so I don't have a link: ------------------------------ ----------------- Dossin Museum Gala September 18 The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority (DWCPA) and the Detroit Historical Society are again joining forces to stage an event to raise funds for the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle on Monday, September 18. The third annual event takes place 5:30-8 p.m. at the Dossin Museum, 100 Strand Drive on Belle Isle. This year's gala will feature a silent auction along with a strolling dinner, a chance to explore the museum's exhibits, complimentary valet parking, and live jazz from the Marvin Thompson Jr. Ensemble. "Once again, the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is proud to partner with the Detroit Historical Society to host this annual event intended to preserve the Great Lakes' maritime history," said Curtis Hertel, the DWCPA's executive director. "This year's gala should be an exciting event, as we invite the metropolitan Detroit community to join us in a celebration of our maritime history." Honorary Chairpersons for the gala are Douglas and Diane Dossin and Matthew Moroun of Ambassador Port Company. The purpose of the gala is to raise funds to support the Dossin Great Lakes Museum's exhibits and educational programs and increase public awareness of the museum. Tickets are $150 per person, and dressy attire is recommended. For more information about the Dossin Museum, call 313-833-1805 or visit www.detroithistorical.org. The museum is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $4 for adults, $3 for seniors and children 5-18, and free for children 4 and under. |