Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush
Schedule
Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site | Shelby, MI
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The California Gold Rush sparked a movement that reached far beyond the West. This Historical Speaker Series program explores how local residents became part of the ‘49er migration, tracing their journeys from Michigan to California and examining what they encountered upon arrival. Presented by local historian Debbie Remer.
$5 for general admission | Free for members
Register at PackardProvingGrounds.org/Apr26-HSS-PPG
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Where is it happening?
The Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site, 49965 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI 48317, United States, ShelbyEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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