Open: 2nd Sundays & 3rd Fridays, 1-4 pm
Closed: Holiday weekends and when a GWBHS program is elsewhere.
** Please check event locations carefully and check this page for the latest updates. **
Open: 2nd Sundays and 3rd Fridays, 1-4 pm
Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary Spring Nature Walk
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 2-3 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary, 4700 Pontiac Trail
Join Naturalist Carol Fink for a guided tour. Walk through rolling terrain and explore the breathtaking spring flowers. Sponsored with Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary.
Apple Island Docent Training
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 7-8 pm
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Would you like to lead a tour on Apple Island or guide a 2nd-grade class at the Orchard Lake Museum? Come see what it’s all about. RSVP by Tuesday, May 5 to contact@gwbhs.org.
Greater West Bloomfield Michigan Week Community Awards Breakfast
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 7 am
Shenandoah Country Club, 5600 Walnut Lake Road
Attend the Greater West Bloomfield Michigan Week Community Awards Breakfast alongside GWBHS and celebrate individuals and organizations serving our community. Details at www.michiganweek.org.
Open House
Friday, May 15, 2026, 1-4 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Permanent exhibits interpret local area history and culture.
Keego Harbor Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026, 9 am-12 pm
Cass Lake Road
GWBHS is looking for volunteers to join them in the Memorial Day Parade on May 25. Volunteers are invited to walk (can carry a large flag &/or dress historically), bike, or drive their classic car. For details, contact duannesonneville@hotmail.com.
Apple Island Tours Volunteer & Docent Training
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 7 pm
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Learn how to volunteer or be a docent at the Museum during Apple Island Tours! RSVP by Tuesday, June 9 to contact@gwbhs.org. No charge.
Apple Island Tours
Saturday, June 13, and Sunday, June 14, 2026, 10 am-3:40 pm
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
(Boat driver break from 11:50am-12:20pm/Bus driver break from 12-12:30 pm)
Self-paced guided tours of WBSD’s Apple Island. 3:40 pm is last departure. Details at gwbhs.org/apple-island-tours.
Juneteenth Jamboree
Friday, June 19, 2026, 11 am-2 pm
Covenant Baptist Church, 5800 W Maple Road
Visit GWBHS at this year’s Juneteenth Jamboree! Details at juneteenthwb.org.
Greater West Bloomfield Jewish History Open House
Sunday, June 28, 2026, 1-4 pm
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
The Greater West Bloomfield Diverse History Project is made possible in part by a major grant from America250MI. This project results in three exhibit panels about our local Black, Chaldean and Jewish history. Help celebrate the debut of our local Jewish history exhibit, in collaboration with Jewish Historical Society of Michigan!
Sharing the Spirit of America — Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 6 pm
North Farmington Cemetery, Farmington Road south of Walnut Lane
Gather locally in an effort with Americans around the world to simultaneously read aloud the Declaration of Independence. Sponsored with America250MI, Farmington Historical Society, North Farmington Cemetery Association, Farmington Hills Historic District Commission, Farmington Hills Historical Commission. For more America250MI programs, visit america250mi.org.
Orchard Lake Country Club 100th Anniversary Open House
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 1-4 pm
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Learn about the history of Orchard Lake Country Club and celebrate the club’s 100th anniversary, 1926-2026! See photos and a book detailing 100 years of activities.
Appreciation Reception
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6-8 pm
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Members, supporters, and volunteers are invited for refreshments with one complimentary ticket per person for a raffle with terrific prizes. RSVP appreciated but not required by July 10 to contact@gwbhs.org or (248) 757-2451.
Open House
Friday, July 17, 2026, 1-4 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Permanent exhibits interpret local area history and culture.
City of Sylvan Lake History Open House
Sunday, August 9, 2026, 1-4 pm
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Did you know? The City of Sylvan Lake is the fourth-smallest city in Michigan at 0.51 square miles. Despite its size, the city has a long and well-documented history. Join us and learn about “the prettiest little city in the state of Michigan!”
Apple Island Kayak Adventure
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 5:30-8:30 pm
DNR Orchard Lake Boat Launch, 4060 Orchard Lake Road
($11 for residents / $13 for non-residents)
Discover the fun of kayaking on Orchard Lake with West Bloomfield School District’s (WBSD) Apple Island as our exploration destination. We will hike the historic island before paddling back. A WBP naturalist and GWBHS docent will accompany you as your guides. This trip is for intermediate paddlers with their own watercraft. You must bring your own boat and life jacket. Program made possible through partnerships with WBSD and WBP. Fee is per person, not per watercraft. Register through wbparks.org.
Open House
Friday, August 21, 2026, 1-4 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Permanent exhibits interpret local area history and culture.
Monthly Open Houses
2nd Sundays & 3rd Fridays, 1-4 pm
(Free Admission, Donations Appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Enjoy temporary and permanent exhibits interpreting area history and culture. Occasionally guest presenters share their interests.