WGPR TV62 50th Anniversary Celebration
Schedule
Sat Oct 04 2025 at 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
William V. Banks Broadcast Museum & Media Center | Detroit, MI

About this Event
WGPR-TV62 50th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser
The WGPR-TV62 Historical Society cordially invites you to join us on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the William V. Banks Broadcast Center & Media Center for a distinguished evening commemorating fifty years of broadcasting excellence.
The evening will feature:
- Keynote Address by Detroit Pistons legend and NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas
- An elegant sit-down dinner
- Live musical entertainment
- Presentation of the prestigious 10 Legends of WGPR Awards
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tickets: $100 per person
Proceeds from this event will support the preservation and continued legacy of WGPR-TV62, America’s first Black-owned television station. We invite you to be part of this milestone celebration honoring our history and advancing our mission for future generations.

Where is it happening?
William V. Banks Broadcast Museum & Media Center, 3146 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 135.23