Edition No. 192
Fisher Building Tour
Tour the "World's Largest Art object" with Pure Detroit! Open to the public, an hour-long walking tour of the Fisher Building in Detroit is set for Aug. 31 at 1 p.m.
Walking through the lobby, one can glance at the fresco ceilings, marble walls, bronze doors, and art deco chandeliers and understand why the Fisher Building is known as Detroit’s Largest Art Object.
An expert guide will lead folks from Pure Detroit’s flagship location in the building’s grand arcade through the building. You will learn the most intimate details behind the family, artists, and architects involved in its creation.
For more details, visit here.
Metro Detroit Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk
The 3rd annual metro Detroit Tunnel To Towers 5K Run & Walk takes place Saturday, Sept. 7 at Lake St. Clair Metropark in Harrison Township.
Tunnel To Towers is a Foundation that supports young families of fallen & disabled firefighters, police, 1st responders & military personnel. The event begins at 9:30 a.m.
Born from the tragedy of 9/11, the foundation carries forward a legacy of courage and heroism and is built upon the mantra, “While we have time, let us do good.”
To register, visit here.
Inspired Thoughts is a collection of highly curated content that embraces the spirit and purpose of The War Memorial: arts and culture, community enrichment, leadership, and patriotism.
Derived from the notion that learning from others is the key to success, Inspired Thoughts is meant to shine a light on those making a difference in the world around them. This collection features artists, poets, writers, architects, and every thought leader in-between. Inspired Thoughts is the strongest reflection of what The War Memorial stands for, and what we strive to be. The content featured on Inspired Thoughts is curated by War Memorial leadership.