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A History of the Michigan Central Station

Posted on May 7, 2025

Michigan Central Station exterior with Canadian Pacific, 1927

A History of the Michigan Central Station 2405 W. Vernor Highway, Detroit, Michigan 48216   The Michigan Central Station is within the general vicinity of the West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society’s official boundaries … [Read more...] about A History of the Michigan Central Station

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A History Of St. Barbara Roman Catholic Church

Posted on March 16, 2025

Two-story annex added to the existing St. Barbara church buildings, ca. 1930. Ibid.

A History Of St. Barbara Roman Catholic Church 13534 Colson Street, Dearborn, Michigan 48126 St. Barbara Roman Catholic Church was established in 1924 in the area known at the time as Springwells, before it became known as Dearborn.  It was a … [Read more...] about A History Of St. Barbara Roman Catholic Church

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April 27, 2025 – 13th Annual Pilgrimage, Święconka and Divine Mercy Devotions

Posted on March 13, 2025

Join Us for the 13th Annual Święconka & Divine Mercy Devotions at St. Thomas the Apostle! The West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society is thrilled to invite you, your family, and friends to our Thirteenth Annual Pilgrimage, … [Read more...] about April 27, 2025 – 13th Annual Pilgrimage, Święconka and Divine Mercy Devotions

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WSDPAHS Honors the Felician Sisters

Posted on January 14, 2025

Fifteen Felician Sisters from the Livonia-based Central Convent of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary attended the 18th Annual Opłatek, organized by the West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society (WSDPAHS) on Saturday, January … [Read more...] about WSDPAHS Honors the Felician Sisters

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Major Brick Yards of Detroit’s West Side Polonia

Posted on November 28, 2024

Laborers at the Hall Brick Company, located on Lonyo Street in Detroit, in 1890, where Conrad J. Clippert got his start in 1849. The photo was taken after Conrad left the company in 1875 and started out on his own

Major Brick Yards of Detroit’s West Side Polonia And Their Founders The history of brick making in America dates back to around 1612.  Bricks were molded by hand prior to the invention of steam-driven machinery in the mid-1800s, which … [Read more...] about Major Brick Yards of Detroit’s West Side Polonia

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January 4, 2025 – Eighteenth Annual Opłatek

Posted on November 22, 2024

Celebrate Polish Heritage: WSDPAHS’ 18th Annual Opłatek! The West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society (WSDPAHS) warmly invites members, their families, and friends to the Eighteenth Annual Opłatek, a cherished celebration of Polish … [Read more...] about January 4, 2025 – Eighteenth Annual Opłatek

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A History of the Lincoln Motor Company

Posted on October 18, 2024

The administration building at the Lincoln Motor Company plant. The sprawling plant, situated on 50 acres, was located at 6200 W. Warren Avenue, just east of Livernois, in Detroit. The administration and other buildings were designed by architect George D. Mason and built by the Walbridge Aldinger firm.

A History of the Lincoln Motor Company 6200 W. Warren Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48210 The Lincoln Motor Company located at 6200 W. Warren Avenue, just east of Livernois on Detroit’s west side, was founded by Henry M. Leland in August of 1917.  He … [Read more...] about A History of the Lincoln Motor Company

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November 2, 2024 – All Souls’ Day Remembrance Mass & Wypominki (Naming)

Posted on October 7, 2024

Join us for the All Souls' Day Remembrance Mass and Wypominki (Naming) on Saturday, November 2, 2024, hosted by the West Side Detroit Polish American Historical Society. Mass: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, followed by the Wypominki (Reading of Names) … [Read more...] about November 2, 2024 – All Souls’ Day Remembrance Mass & Wypominki (Naming)

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Twelfth Annual Summer Social: Lecture by UM-Dearborn Professor Martin Hershock

Posted on October 4, 2024

Society Holds Twelfth Annual Summer Social Event: A Lecture By University Of Michigan-Dearborn’s Professor Martin Hershock Our Lady Of Sorrows Catholic Church Saturday, August 3, 2024 The Society was honored this summer to host a lecture by the … [Read more...] about Twelfth Annual Summer Social: Lecture by UM-Dearborn Professor Martin Hershock

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Commemoration & Grave Marker Ceremony In Honor Of World War I Polish American U.S. Army Veteran Joseph Frank Bigos

Posted on September 30, 2024

Society Holds Commemoration & Grave Marker Ceremony In Honor Of World War I Polish American U.S. Army Veteran Joseph Frank Bigos St. Hedwig Cemetery & Mausoleum, Dearborn Heights, Michigan Sunday, July 28, 2024   This summer, the … [Read more...] about Commemoration & Grave Marker Ceremony In Honor Of World War I Polish American U.S. Army Veteran Joseph Frank Bigos

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  • A History of the Michigan Central Station
  • A History Of St. Barbara Roman Catholic Church
  • April 27, 2025 – 13th Annual Pilgrimage, Święconka and Divine Mercy Devotions

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