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SUMMARY:RiverBots VRC Signature Event
DESCRIPTION:Visitor/Education Center\, River Raisin National Battlefield Park \n333 N. Dixie Hwy.\, Monroe\, Michigan 48162 \nHere is a link to the map.  https://www.nps.gov/rira/planyourvisit/maps.htm \nPublic is welcome. Event runs from 9:00am to 5:00pm\nPlease bring robots and equipment to the SOUTH SIDE ENTRANCE:  from the parking lot go around to the left side of the building to the entry door.\nConcessions and lunch will be available on site…or you can bring your own.  There will be opportunity at registration to plan for team lunch.\n\n\nDECEMBER 13 & 14\n\n\nDECEMBER 15 & 16
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/riverbots-vrc-signature-event/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231203T120000
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SUMMARY:French Noel
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date December 3\, 2023 for the Friends of the River Raisin Battlefield event French Noel.  See traditions and culture of the French living in Frenchtown in the early 1800’s.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/french-noel-2/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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SUMMARY:GIVING TUESDAY November 28\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Supporting the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation with your donations will support our mission to build enduring\, diverse relationships through a world-class experience that shares the untold stories of the Battles and their aftermath inspiring conversation\, understanding\, and respect.  \nThe River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation’s primary purpose is for Educational development\, Relationship development\, Economic and community and tourism development and Park preservation and development of all units of the River Raisin National Battlefield Park (locations in Southeast Michigan). \nClick here to DONATE TODAY
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/giving-tuesday-november-28-2023/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
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SUMMARY:Call Ralph: A Conversation with War of 1812 Author\, Ralph Naveaux Program
DESCRIPTION:A special talk hosted by the River Raisin National Battlefield Park \n“Call Ralph: A Conversation with War of 1812 Author\, Ralph Naveaux”\nJoin us for a free program with Ralph Naveaux historian and author of Invaded on all Sides\, his book on the Battles of the River Raisin.  Program is at 2pm on Sunday\, November 12\, 2023.  Signed copies of his book\, recently released second edition\, will be available for purchase. \n \n  \nCall_Ralph_flyer
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/call-ralph-a-conversation-with-war-of-1812-author-ralph-naveaux-program/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Tomahawk Challenge Fund A Need Event
DESCRIPTION:The second annual Tomahawk Challenge Fund A Need fundraising event by the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation is scheduled for Thursday\, November 9 beginning at 5:30pm.  The 2023 Tomahawk Challenge funds raised will provide a “Making the Grade” exhibit needs for an economic activity with pelts and furs for the Education Center and operation funding for the Foundation.\nTickets on sale now! https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTg1NDIz\nSponsorship info contact: info@battlefieldfoundation.org or call (734) 243-7136 ext. 171. \n \nTomahawk Premier Sponsor:  ITC \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW AT THE LINK BELOW: \nAdmission: $30 per person (Admission ticket includes appetizers and one drink ticket) \nFoundation Member Admission:  $27 per Foundation Member \nOrganizational Axe Throwing Teams:  $75 per 3 person team  (teams are limited register early) \nTickets on sale now! https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTg1NDIz\nCome witness local organizations Tomahawk Teams battle to be the 2023 Champions earning a trophy and bragging rights for one year! Mid-American Group is the team to beat\, the Inaugural Champions!  Watch the Competition streamed throughout the event and participate in raffles. \nExperiences Raffle: $25 per ticket\, 3 tickets for $50   Some of the experiences to be raffled: \n\nAxe Throwing for 1 hour for 4 people \nDTE Eagle Tour\nGames and Puzzles from the River Raisin Trade Depot Gift Shop\n\n50/50 Raffle: $5 for 5 tickets\, $10 for arm-length \nSee the Traditional Trap Exhibits funded from the 2022 inaugural event\, try your hand at 19th century games in the Education Center \nHeavy Appetizers\, Cash Bar \nCall the Foundation: (734) 243-7136 for more information. \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS COMMUNITY MINDED SPONSORS; \nHunter Sponsors:  \nAllen Family Foundation \nDTE Energy \nFirst Merchants Bank \nLa-Z-Boy \nMid American Group \nMonroe County Community Credit Union \nProMedica Hospital of Monroe \nWyandotte Nation of Oklahoma \nFisher Sponsors: \nMannik and Smith \nTrapper Sponsors:  \nRobert and Valerie Clark \nCooley Video Services \nDon & Lorna Lieto \nMonroe County ISD \nWyandot of Anderdon
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/2nd-annual-tomahawk-challenge-fund-a-need-event/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231029T150000
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SUMMARY:Historical Hauntings of Monroe presented by author Shawna Lynn Mazur
DESCRIPTION:Free presentation on Sunday\, October 29 at 2pm by local author Shawn Lynn Mazur from her book “Hidden History of Monroe County\, Michigan” available in the River Raisin Trade Depot Gift Shop inside the Visitor Center at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation. \nBecome a Foundation member today: www.thebattlefield.org
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/historical-hauntings-of-monroe-presented-by-author-shawna-lynn-mazur/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231018T200000
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SUMMARY:Program: The System of Civilization presented by Eric Hemenway
DESCRIPTION:Program titled The System of Civilization: The creation and impacts of the Indian Boarding Schools presented by Eric Hemenway\nJoin us for a presentation by Eric Hemenway\, an Anishnaabe/Odawa and Director of Repatriation\, Archives and Records of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of the Odawa Indian\, who will provide a program on The System of Civilization: The creation and impacts of the Indian Boarding Schools. \nEric is a featured speaker in the “Untold Legacy of the War of 1812” film shown in the Visitor Center. A Foundation Member’s Only reception will be held prior to the Program.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/program-the-system-of-civilization-presented-by-eric-hemenway/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231018T184500
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230705T154359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T182556Z
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SUMMARY:Member's Only Event: Meet & Greet Reception Eric Hemenway
DESCRIPTION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation Member’s Only Event October 18\, 2023 at 6:00PM\nFoundation members are invited to a Meet & Greet Members Reception on October 18\, 2023 with Eric Hemenway\, Director of Repatriation\, Archives and Records of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of the Odawa Indian\, will provide a program on The System of Civilization: The creation and impacts of the Indian Boarding Schools. Eric is a featured speaker in the “Untold Legacy of the War of 1812” film shown in the Visitor Center. Light refreshments will be served at the reception prior to the program. \nEric Hemenway is an Anishnaabe/Odawa from Cross Village\, Michigan. He is the Director of Repatriation\, Archives and Records for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indian\, a federally recognized tribe in northern Michigan. Eric works to collect and preserve historical information for LTBB Odawa.  Eric has worked on numerous repatriations of native\, human remains under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). He is a former member of the NAGPRA Review Committee and currently sits on boards for the Michigan Historical Commission\, Michigan Historical Society\, Michigan Humanities Council and Little Traverse Conservancy. \n 
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/members-only-event-meet-greet-reception-eric-hemenway/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T181514Z
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SUMMARY:French Harvest Days
DESCRIPTION:Save the date of October 7\, 2023 to see living historians re-create French culture and customs from the early 1800’s at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/french-harvest-days/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T150000
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CREATED:20230905T182154Z
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SUMMARY:P.O.W.'s: Captor's Burden\, Prisoners' Anguish Program by Erika McDowell\, Historical Society of Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, September 17 at 2pm for a talk by Erika McDowell of the Historical Society of Michigan commemorating National POW/MIA Recognition Day which is observed on September 16 annually.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/p-o-w-s-captors-burden-prisoners-anguish-program-by-erika-mcdowell-historical-society-of-michigan/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230915
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SUMMARY:POW Trail of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Save the date to visit the River Raisin National Battlefield Park for the POW Trail of Remembrance display at the Visitor Center held September 15-20\, 2023.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/pow-trail-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230902T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230707T174813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T174813Z
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SUMMARY:'Escape Room' Summer Program Series
DESCRIPTION:Escape Room\nSeptember 2\, 2023   Two Classes: 11am and 1pm\nAn “escape room” is a room set up with multiple puzzles to figure out for your team to exit the room.  Today’s solutions to the puzzles help tell the story of our battle.  Only a small portion of Americans were able to escape the massacre at the River Raisin.  Will your team be among them?  \nPre-registration required.  Register by calling (734) 243-7136.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/escape-room-summer-program-series/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230705T150957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T171038Z
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SUMMARY:War of 1812 Living History and Black Powder Day August 26\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Visit the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center on Saturday\, August 26\, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Living History Day with Black Powder demonstration is a family fun event to learn life during the War of 1812. \nSponsored by the Friends of the River Raisin Battlefield.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/black-powder-day-august-26-2023/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20240621T205704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T205704Z
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SUMMARY:Foundation Members Only Event on National Park Service Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Foundation Member?  We are bringing our members another River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation event for Members Only! Join us as we celebrate the National Park Service birthday on Sunday\, August 25\, 2024! \nThe National Park service was created on August 25\, 1916 when President Woodrow Wilson signed the National Park Service Act. The event begins at 5 PM and ends by 7 PM. We will have some National Park Service themed birthday activities. You’ll have the first viewing of two new park films in the theater. Members will be able to walk through to see the progress in the Education Center. You can also shop the River Raisin Trade Depot gift shop with your 10% member discount\, new items arriving daily. And with every member event\, there will be snacks and door prizes! \nBring a friend who might be interested in membership. This is a free event for Foundation members and their guests. \nRSVP at info@battlefieldfoundation.org or call (734) 243-7136 ext. 171 \nor REGISTER HERE
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/foundation-members-only-event-on-national-park-service-birthday/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230125T022725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T203432Z
UID:1525-1692986400-1692993600@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation Members Only Event
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Foundation Member?  We are bringing our members another River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation event for Members Only! Join us as we celebrate the National Park Service birthday on Friday\, August 25\, 2023! \nThe National Park service was created on August 25\, 1916 when President Woodrow Wilson signed the National Park Service Act. The event begins at 6 PM and ends by 8 PM. We will have some National Park Service Themed activities. Campfire stories by Ranger Joseph Dowd.  Participate in National Park trivia in the theater. Walk through to see the progress in the Education Center including the new traditional trap exhibits that were funded in 2022 by the Inaugural Tomahawk Challenge Fund a Need Fundraiser. You can also shop the River Raisin Trade Depot gift shop with your 10% member discount. And with every member event\, there will be snacks and door prizes! \nBring a friend who might be interested in membership. This is a free event for members and their guests who register. \nRSVP at info@battlefieldfoundation.org or call (734) 243-7136 ext. 171 \nor REGISTER HERE
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/river-raisin-national-battlefield-park-foundation-members-only-event-2/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230726T180935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T150834Z
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SUMMARY:"The Slaves' Gamble: Choosing Sides in the War of 1812" program by author Dr. Gene Allen Smith
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe River Raisin National Battlefield Park welcomes author Dr. Gene Allen Smith for an engaging program on his book\, “The Slaves’ Gamble: Choosing Sides in the War of 1812” on Tuesday\, August 8\, 2023 at 7:00p.m. at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center in the Theater. The program is free and open to the public with the support of the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation and La-Z-Boy. \nA Foundation Members Only Meet and Greet Reception with Dr. Smith begins at 6:15pm prior to the presentation. The reception is for members and their guests. Register for reception by emailing: info@battlefieldfoundation.org by August 7. \nDr. Gene Allen Smith is a Professor of History and Director of the Center for Texas Studies at Texas Christian University (TCU). Dr. Smith conducted in-depth research into the War of 1812 and published “The Slaves’ Gamble Choosing Sides in the War of 1812” in 2013. He is presently working on several projects\, including a study of George Washington. Additionally\, Gene recently served his second term as the 2022-23 “Class of 1957 Distinguished Chair of Naval Heritage” at the United States Naval Academy. Gene has published may papers and books and has received internal research awards from Montana State University-Billings and TCU\, as well as fellowships from the Henry E. Huntington Library\, the Virginia Historical Society\, the U.S. Department of the Navy\, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point\, and from the National Endowment for the Humanities. \nPeter Denison is not a house-hold name or well-known hero of the War of 1812. Yet he and other slaves faced important choices about which side to support during the conflict. By following the lives of Denison and other black men\, we learn about the daily struggle all slaves and free men of color faced and the choices they made. How would the young United States respond to the possibility of social and racial unrest. Since black participation could sway military operations\, and potentially alter the outcome of the War of 1812\, it troubled the white Americans and reshaped the way the young republic responded\, ultimately sealing the fate of slaves for the next half century\, until the American Civil War. \nThe River Raisin Trade Depot gift shop will be open with a limited number of copies of the book available for purchase. \nFunding for this program was generously provided by the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation through a generous grant by the La-Z-Boy Foundation. \n             \nSlaves Gamble Flyer
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/the-slaves-gamble-choosing-sides-in-the-war-of-1812-program-by-author-dr-gene-allen-smith/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230805T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230707T174542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T174900Z
UID:1565-1691233200-1691244000@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:'Canoes & Voyageurs' Summer Program Series
DESCRIPTION:Canoes & Voyageurs\nAugust 5\, 2023   Two Classes: 11am and 1pm\nWater transportation in Michigan in the 1800’s was vital for survival.  The voyageur was like the modern truck driver whose role was to transport trade goods to towns requiring them to portage and carry the canoe and supplies.  You will learn about their life and make a leather canoe and voyageur sash. \nPre-registration required.  Register by calling (734) 243-7136.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/canoes-voyageurs-summer-program-craft-series/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230705T150907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T163450Z
UID:1546-1690628400-1690646400@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Black Powder Day July 29\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join the muster at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center on Saturday\, July 29\, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Black Powder Days is a family fun event to learn all about black powder uses and drilling in the War of 1812. Watch living historians drill and provide musket\, rifle\, and cannon firing demonstrations! \nSponsored by the Friends of the River Raisin Battlefield.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/black-powder-day-july-29-2023/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230701T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230701T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230607T174255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T203140Z
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SUMMARY:'Old Glory' Summer Program Series
DESCRIPTION:Old Glory Craft\nJuly 1\, 2023   Two Classes 11am and 1pm\nEver want to get to know our countries flag better?  Learn how it got its nickname “Old Glory”\, it’s many versions through the years\, flag etiquette\, how to fold Old Glory and what the folds represent as well as the flags we fly at the park and why.  Included in the program are crafts of a windsock\, flag hanging\, and Patriotic candle holder.   \nPre-registration required.  Register by calling (734) 243-7136.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/old-glory-summer-program-craft-series/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230828
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230605T145006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T151329Z
UID:1542-1686960000-1693180799@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Ranger Led Battlefield Walking Tours offered Saturdays and Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Summer battlefield walking tours return to River Raisin National Battlefield Park. Starting June 17th held on Saturdays and Sundays during the summer 2023. \nRiver Raisin National Battlefield Park will be offering ranger led walking tours of the battlefield. Tours will be offered Saturdays and Sundays at 12:00pm & 2:00pm. These tours can last up to 30 minutes to 45 minutes\, so plan accordingly. Be sure to bring water and wear the appropriate clothing depending on the weather. No reservations are needed. \nThe tours will meet at the Picnic Pavilion behind our OLD Visitor Center at 1403 E. Elm Ave Monroe\, MI 48162. Programs may be cancelled at any time due to weather or staffing. For more information or questions about accessibility accommodations\, please call the Visitor Center at (734)243-7136.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/ranger-led-battlefield-walking-tours-offered-saturdays-and-sundays/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230514T185651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T185903Z
UID:1539-1684580400-1684598400@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Spring Muster: Living History Encampment & Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Monroe\, Michigan – The River Raisin National Battlefield Park will be hosting the Friends of the River Raisin Battlefield event Spring Muster: Living History Encampment and Demonstrations on Saturday\, May 20\, 2023\, running from 11am until 4pm. \nExperience history come to life as you walk through the 1812 encampment and displays\, mini militia for kids\, and enjoy the variety of demonstrations\, including black powder firing\, period cooking\, weaving\, gunsmithing and more! The event is free. \nLocation: \nRiver Raisin National Battlefield Park \nVisitor Center Grounds \n333 North Dixie Highway \nMonroe\, MI 48162. \nHistory of the Spring Muster & Anniversary of Captain Herbert Lacroix’s Company of Michigan Volunteers \nAt the start of the War of 1812\, Michigan was defended by small garrisons of U.S. troops\, backed up by the 1st & 2nd Michigan Militia Regiments and the Legionary Corps of Michigan Volunteers.  These forces were soon joined by General Hull’s army of U.S. regulars and Ohio militia volunteers. \nAt the River Raisin\, Hubert Lacroix was elected captain of an 80-man company.  Mustered into service on May 18\, 1812\, Lacroix’s Company became part of the Legionary Corps & was assigned to guard the settlement\, escort the mails\, and help build Hull’s Road to Detroit. Lacroix’s Company participated in General Hull’s opening campaign of the War of 1812\, guiding the army\, and participating in the Battles of Brownstown and Monguagan.  The surrender of General Hull at Detroit on August 16\, 1812 ended Lacroix Company’s official term of service\, although members continued to serve in an ad-hoc manner through the Battles of the River Raisin in January of the following year. 
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/spring-muster-living-history-encampment-demonstration/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230519T234627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T234627Z
UID:1541-1684483200-1684515600@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:May 20-June 3\, 2023 Field of Flags/Flags of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Doug Chaffin\, Chairman of the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation\, announced the annual Flags of Remembrance display will take place from Saturday May 20\, 2023 through Saturday June 3\, 2023 at 333 North Dixie.\, Monroe\, MI 48162.    \n  \nChairman Chaffin said\, “It is tradition at the Battlefield to fly 500 flags to honor and remember all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for their nation.  Millions of Americans have fought and died on battlefields to defend our freedom and ensure our safety.  The 2023 Flags of Remembrance Memorial is dedicated to all those who have answered the call of their Nation to defend\, protect and selflessly pay the ultimate sacrifice.     \n  \nWe hope you will join the National Park Service\, DTE Energy Foundation\, First Merchants Bank\, La-Z-Boy Incorporated\, Kiwanis Club of Monroe\, City of Monroe Firefighters\, Monroe County Sheriff Department\, and the Battlefield’s Boy Scout Troop 547 in saluting and thanking all those who continue to rise to the occasion and serve on the front lines to protect us during these challenging times.”  \n  \nRiver Raisin National Battlefield Park is Michigan’s largest battlefield and preserves and protects the sacred soil that became the final resting place of the largest number of United States soldiers killed in a single battle during the War of 1812.  In 1813\, Robert B. McAfee arrived at the River Raisin months after the battle and recalled:   \n  \n“The bleaching bones still appealed to heaven and called on Kentucky…We had heard the scene described before – we now witnessed it\, in these impressive memorials . . . Future generations will often ponder on this fatal field of blood\, and the future inhabitants of Frenchtown will long point out to the curious traveler…” 
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/may-20-june-3-2023-field-of-flags-flags-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230208T170212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T170212Z
UID:1528-1681563600-1681574400@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Paint with an Artist
DESCRIPTION:Paint with an Artist\nApril 15\, 2023\nfrom 1:00-4:00pm\nSeats are limited! (Ages 15 and older)\nCost:  $40.00 per person\, $35.00 for Foundation Members\nPaint a lotus scene with Brandy Gerber. Brandy is an artist in residence at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park and one of the curators for the 4th Annual Beautiful Bountiful Scenic Michigan Art Exhibition and Sale held April 1-30\, 2023 at the Park. Come join in a fun afternoon of art making! Brandy will lead you through the painting process in a fun\, step-by-step manner. Your ticket price includes all materials\, supplies and instructions necessary to complete your 11″ x 14″ lotus painting\, and light refreshments. This activity will raise funds for the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation to purchase artwork from the Art Exhibition and Sale. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR PAINT WITH AN ARTIST\nNot a Foundation Member?  Annual Membership options are available for as low as $30.00.  Go to our membership page or click here to see what a River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation membership has to offer!
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/paint-with-an-artist/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230125T014354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T145443Z
UID:1518-1680307200-1682899199@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Beautiful Bountiful Michigan Art Exhibition 2023
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Annual Beautiful Bountiful Michigan Art Exhibition 2023\, presented by the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation. This years theme is Scenic Michigan. \nGrand Opening Art Gala: Friday\, March 31\,  6:00pm to 9:00pm *Ticket required \nExhibition Open: Saturday\, April 1\,  10:00am to 5:00pm\nExhibition End:  Sunday\, April 30\,  10:00am to 5:00pm \nThe River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitors Center is open 7 days a week\, 10:00am to 5:00pm. \nCurators: Darlene Belair\, Brandy Gerber\, Becky Mullins\, River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation\, River Raisin National Battlefield Park Service \n2023 04 Artist Demonstrations Calendar \nThank You! to our generous Sponsors: \nDTE Energy\, ITC\, La-Z-Boy Foundation\, First Merchants Bank\, Richard & Jeanne Micka\, Monroe County Historical Society\, Hassett Title Company\, Gateway Chiropractic\, Friendly Ford\, Michael LaHote of Ribbons of Monroe\, Robert & Valerie Clark\, Doug & Diane Chaffin\, Donald & Lorna Lieto\, Molly and Todd Coy. \n 
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/4th-annual-beautiful-bountiful-michigan-art-exhibition-gala-2023/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230125T015911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T145623Z
UID:1522-1680285600-1680296400@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Scenic Michigan Art Gala & Sale
DESCRIPTION:Grand Opening of the 4th Annual Beautiful Bountiful Michigan Exhibition and Sale\nScenic Michigan Art Gala & Sale\nExhibition theme is Scenic Michigan Present and Scenic Southeast Michigan Past. Over 100 Original Pieces of Art by amazing artists on display and for sale!  Art may be purchased during gala and month long exhibition on April 1-30. Art gala dress is business casual. Tickets on sale now. Ticket includes admission\, hor d’ouevres\, and one beverage ticket.  Enjoy an Art Scavenger Hunt\, live entertainment\, raffles and cash bar during the grand opening event! \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW!\nTICKET PRICING: \n$25 – Advance \n$20 – Advance Foundation Members \n$30 – Day of or at Door \nThank You! to our generous event Sponsors: \nDTE Energy\, ITC\, La-Z-Boy Foundation\, First Merchants Bank\, Richard & Jeanne Micka\, Monroe County Historical Society\, Hassett Title Company\, Gateway Chiropractic\, Friendly Ford\, Michael LaHote of Ribbons of Monroe\, Robert & Valerie Clark\, Doug & Diane Chaffin\, Donald & Lorna Lieto\, Molly and Todd Coy.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/grand-opening-gala-for-the-4th-annual-beautiful-bountiful-michigan-art-exhibition-2023/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230224T201500
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20230125T022243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T193240Z
UID:1524-1677261600-1677269700@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation Members Only Event
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Foundation Member?  We’re holding another Members Only event with a special behind the scenes look at what your Foundation membership is doing at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center.  Join us on Friday\, February 24\, 2023 at 6-8:15pm for Movie Night Premieres and FREE special activities and refreshments. \nOur theme is Movie Night as we will premiere two new films in our state of the art Theater; Nme the Tribal Way: Sturgeon the Tribal Way and Ziinzibaakwad: Maple Sugar.  New fishing and trap exhibits are now on display with photo vignettes and props in the Education Center for you and your friends to act the part.  A Phenakistoscope Craft (animation toy of the 1800’s) will be available to make and take home. Light refreshments will be served. \nMembers may bring a guest to experience the Visitor Center and to help us by soliciting new members! \nRSVP at info@battlefieldfoundation.org or call (734) 243-7136 ext. 171 \nCLICK TEXT TO REGISTER FOR MOVIE NIGHT FEBRUARY 24
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/river-raisin-national-battlefield-park-foundation-members-only-event/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20221108T164046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T164046Z
UID:1495-1674295200-1674320400@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Commemoration of the Battles of the River Raisin
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the 210th Commemoration of the Battles of the River Raisin organized with the National Park Service and the Friends of the River Raisin Battlefield. \nSchedule: \n10:00am Visitor Center opens \nNoon       Tactical Demonstrations \n1:00pm   Commemoration Ceremony \n5:00pm  Visitor Center closes
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/commemoration-of-the-battles-of-the-river-raisin/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20221108T163134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T163606Z
UID:1494-1670065200-1670083200@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:French Noel
DESCRIPTION:Experience a Frenchtown holiday with the Friends of the River Raisin Battlefield re-enactor group hosting the event in the Education Center at the Park Visitor Center.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/french-noel/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20221108T165311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T165607Z
UID:1496-1669456800-1669482000@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Shop Small Business Saturday at the River Raisin Trade Depot Gift Shop
DESCRIPTION:Shop at the River Raisin Trade Depot on Small Business Saturday! \n \nDid you know the River Raisin National Battlefield Park has a gift shop\, the River Raisin Trade Depot. On Saturday\, November 26 come shop at our gift shop!  Holiday items\, fine art by Michigan Artists\, Native American items\, books\, toys and puzzles\, Michigan made products and more for all the special gifts you need this holiday season. Shop is open during Visitor Center hours\, 10:00am to 5:00pm\, 7 days a week. \nAll proceeds from the gift shop support the Foundation by funding education programming at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park.  Come shop with us! \nCall (734) 243-7136 for more information.
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/shop-small-business-saturday-at-the-river-raisin-trade-depot-gift-shop/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221117T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T012520
CREATED:20221026T192741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T204647Z
UID:1487-1668706200-1668717000@thebattlefield.org
SUMMARY:Inaugural Tomahawk Challenge Fund A Need Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2022\nInaugural Tomahawk Challenge\nFund A Need fundraiser\nbrought to you by our Tomahawk Sponsor ITC \n \nHeld at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center \n333 N. Dixie Hwy. in Monroe\, Michigan \nProceeds for the event will go toward a Traditional Trap Interactive Exhibit and Operational Funding \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTY4OTM0 or at the Gift Shop at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center. \nAdmission: $20 per person (Admission ticket includes appetizers and one drink ticket) \nCome witness local organizations Tomahawk Teams battle to be the Inaugural Champions earning a trophy and bragging rights for one year! Watch the Competition streamed throughout the event and participate in raffles. \nExperiences Raffle: $25 per ticket\, 3 tickets for $50 \nSome of the experiences to be raffled: \n\nDTE Eagle Tour for 4 people\nLimo Driving Tour for 6 people\nTour of State Capitol of ‘the rooms where it happens’ and lunch with State Rep. Joe Bellino\nSommelier Curated Wine Tasting Experience for up to 12 people\nLunch with City of Monroe Mayor Robert Clark\nTwo-sided State of Michigan Flag donated by State Sen. Dale Zorn\nVoyager Canoe Trip for 8 people with the Park bound Maitland’s\nJewelry from Carroll-Ochs Jewelers\n\n50/50 Raffle: $5 per ticket\, $10 for arm-length \nPhoto Booth – Free \nInterpreters sharing history of hunting\, trapping\, and try your hand at 19th century games \nHeavy Appetizers\, Cash Bar \nCall the Foundation: (734) 243-7136 for more information. \n  \nHUNTER SPONSORS \n             \n              \n             \n     Mid-American Group \nWilliam Braunlich Jr. and Michael Meyer            Doug and Diana Chaffin \n  \nFISHER SPONSORS \n     \n \n  \nAllen Family Foundation \n\nTRAPPER SPONSORS \n                                      \nRobert and Valerie Clark                           Don and Lorna Lieto \n \nMarji McIntyre\, Executive Director \n 
URL:https://thebattlefield.org/event/inaugural-tomahawk-challenge-fund-a-need-event/
LOCATION:River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center\, 333 North Dixie Highway\, Monroe\, MI\, 48162\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation":MAILTO:info@battlefieldfoundation.org
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