Open: Twice monthly on Sundays, 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. **
**GWBHS has a new Open House schedule January – April 2025!**
Open: Twice monthly on Sundays, 1-4 pm
Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary Spring Nature Walk
Sunday, April 27, 2025, 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 7, 2025, 7 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 6 to contact@gwbhs.org. No charge.
Greater West Bloomfield Michigan Week Community Awards Breakfast
Friday, May 9, 2025, 7 am
Temple Israel, 5725 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 16, 2025, 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 26, 2025, 9 am-12 pm
GWBHS is looking for volunteers to join them in the Memorial Day Parade on May 26. Volunteers are invited to walk (and potentially carry a large flag), bike, or drive their classic car. For details, contact duannesonneville@hotmail.com.
Apple Island Tours Volunteer & Docent Training
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 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 10 to contact@gwbhs.org. No charge.
Apple Island Tours
Saturday, June 14, & Sunday, June 15, 2025, 10 am-3:30 pm
(Boat/bus driver break from 12:30-1 pm)
Self-paced guided tours of WBSD’s Apple Island. 3:30 pm is last departure. Ticket donations: $25 adult, $15 child (ages 5-12), no one under 5. Online reservations for GWBHS members only. Details at https://www.gwbhs.org/apple-island-tours/.
Open House
Friday, June 20, 2025, 1-4 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Permanent exhibits interpret local area history and culture.
Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary Open House
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 1-4 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Join us and City of Orchard Lake Village representatives as we explore the history and formation of Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary. Engaging permanent exhibits interpret local area history and culture.
Appreciation Reception
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 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 18, 2025, 1-4 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Permanent exhibits interpret local area history and culture.
Local Postcards Open House
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 1-4 pm
(Free admission, donations appreciated)
Orchard Lake Museum, 3951 Orchard Lake Road
Travel through time as you view postcards depicting greater West Bloomfield through the years, including a collection of Keego Harbor postcards from Joan Walsh. Postcard presentation at 2 and 3 pm. Engaging permanent exhibits interpret local area history and culture.
Apple Island Kayak Adventure
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 5:30-8:30 pm
($7 for residents/$9 for non-residents)
Discover the fun of kayaking Orchard Lake with West Bloomfield School District’s (WBSD) Apple Island as our exploration destination. Before paddling back, we will hike the historic island with a WBP naturalist and a Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society (GWBHS) docent. This trip is for intermediate paddlers with their watercraft and life jacket. Program made possible through WBSD & WBP partnerships. Register through wbparks.org.
Open House
Friday, August 15, 2025, 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
Twice monthly on Sundays, 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.