History Hangs with Betsy
The War Memorial has a rich history steeped with trials and tribulations that have made this place not only a magical one to visit, but a wonderous and magnificent story to learn. From humble beginnings as a family home, a transition into a museum, then ultimately to the facility you know and love today.
Mysteries of the Moorings: A Spooky Tour
The War Memorial has a rich history steeped with trials and tribulations that may have left their remnants behind! Join us for a spooky tour of The Moorings.
Carriage House Vintage & Antique Pop-Up
Join us at the Carriage House on September 22nd for a unique vintage marketplace curated by All the Things.
My Masterpiece: GPAA
For this exhibition artists are asked to share their work(s) inspired by the art of another.
Garden Party
As summer winds down, you are invited to a celebration of the gardening season.
Celebrate Summer with 9 artists
In this exhibition, nine artists who worked in the gardens on Grosse Pointe Garden Center’s annual tour this June share their work in the gardens, as well as some of their favorites completed indoors looking out of frost- etched windows.
Veteran Seminar: Book Signing and Conversation with Retired Brig. Gen. Doug “Odie” Slocum
As summer officially begins, the Veterans Commitee at The War Memorial is excited to host a book talk with Retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Doug “Odie” Slocum about his new book “Violent Positivity.”
Curiouser and Curiouser: a solo show by Douglas LaFerle
Doug La Ferle won this solo show as first prize in a 2023 exhibition titled "Table Talk." Juror was Alex Trajano of the "Moth Story Hour" on NPR.
You can preview the exhibition below before visiting it in-person. The show will be open 9 am - 7 pm everyday thru July 26.
"Ode to Mother Earth," an exhibition featuring 61 pieces by 47 artists
For this exhibition, artists were asked to share the details of their relationships with Mother Nature and join the conversation about the health of the planet now and in the future.
We've Got Your Back: An Exhibition and Lecture Series: Victory Gardens
Exhibition and Lecture Series
In the "We've got your back" exhibition and lecture series, we are honoring those on the home front.
The Michigan Military Technical and Historical Society of Eastpointe combed through its collections, combining posters and artifacts for the exhibition that will open at 6:30 pm on Thursday, May 9, along with the first of four lectures that will continue each Thursday at 6:30 through May 30.
We've Got Your Back: An Exhibition and Lecture Series: Jam Handy Organization
Exhibition and Lecture Series
In the "We've got your back" exhibition and lecture series, we are honoring those on the home front.
The Michigan Military Technical and Historical Society of Eastpointe combed through its collections, combining posters and artifacts for the exhibition that will open at 6:30 pm on Thursday, May 9, along with the first of four lectures that will continue each Thursday at 6:30 through May 30.
We've Got Your Back: An Exhibition and Lecture Series: Detroit Manufacturing
Exhibition and Lecture Series
In the "We've got your back" exhibition and lecture series, we are honoring those on the home front.
The Michigan Military Technical and Historical Society of Eastpointe combed through its collections, combining posters and artifacts for the exhibition that will open at 6:30 pm on Thursday, May 9, along with the first of four lectures that will continue each Thursday at 6:30 through May 30.
We've Got Your Back: An Exhibition and Lecture Series
Exhibition and Lecture Series
In the "We've got your back" exhibition and lecture series, we are honoring those on the home front.
The Michigan Military Technical and Historical Society of Eastpointe combed through its collections, combining posters and artifacts for the exhibition that will open at 6:30 pm on Thursday, May 9, along with the first of four lectures that will continue each Thursday at 6:30 through May 30.
The Unlocking Desire Film Project Experience
Join us for an intriguing afternoon at The War Memorial Community Room for the Unlocking Desire Film Project Experience. On Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 2-5 PM, this highly anticipated feature film will be unveiled. Discover the secrets of Unlocking Desire as writer and director Barbara Neri takes you on a dramatic and mysterious filmmaking journey.
Soulful Stitches: 21 Quilts/21Stories. An Exhibition by the Cr8tive Circles.
The War Memorial and the Grosse Pointe Artists Association are honored to present Soulful Stitches: 21 Quilts/21 Stories featuring the work of members of the Cre8tive Circles
EXHIBITION: Welcome to Detroit! Forty-eight artists share their recommendations on what to see and do in the city
When the Grosse Pointe Artists Association heard that Conde Nast Traveler named Detroit as one of the best places to visit in 2024, we decided to call on artists to share their recommendations with visitors on what to see and do in the city.
My Favorites: An exhibition by the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores
Through May 2, check out “My Favorites” at The War Memorial, an exhibition by the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores.