The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm Hosts The Rochester Historical Commission for Founder’s Day Celebration
The 22nd Michigan Infantry and the Road to Chickamauga
The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm is pleased to host the Rochester Historical Commission for our community’s recognition of Founder’s Day that celebrates the arrival of the James Graham family in the Rochester area, on March 17, 1817, founding the first permanent settlement in Oakland County.
Enjoy a presentation by John Cohassey and his presentation of The 22nd Michigan Infantry and the Road to Chickamauga. The 22nd Michigan is where most of the Rochester and Avon Township (Rochester Hills) soldiers served. This is a free event and refreshments will be provided. In addition, there will be entertainment by the Shannon Irish Dance Academy of Rochester Hills.
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