Caroline Kennedy Library

Michael McCaffery, Director of the Dearborn Heights libraries, recently hosted a program on the Michigan 24th at his library and other local Civil War roundtables. His focus during the program was the 24th’s ties to the community, including a state historical site at which some Civil War veterans were interred. The upcoming presentation will focus ... Read more

The Village Industries were small-scale factories in towns throughout southeast Michigan that employed local residents and supplied parts, tools, and equipment for Ford's massive industrial operations. One of the closest to Dearborn is the famous Nankin Mills along Hines Drive. Jerry Franchina bio Jerry Franchina grew up on the east side of Detroit practically in ... Read more

This presentation provides practical strategies and insights on involving your family in your genealogical journey. Learn effective communication techniques, creative ways to make your discoveries, and collaborative approaches to foster interest and participation among family members. Discover how to transform genealogy from a solitary pursuit into a rewarding shared experience that strengthens familial bonds and ... Read more

Researching in Canada:  Your Maple Leaf Connection!  The records of Canada – both Anglophone and Francophone – are rich with information of the settlement of North America, resulting in the country now called Canada.  The settlements of the French and English date from 1604 and reflect the history of these populations also in Europe. Learn ... Read more

The Great Midwest Fires of 1871 and 1881 – A historical look at the fires that swept the Midwest and Ontario and wiped-out whole communities. What caused the fires and what happened to the people who were affected.