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History

Compiled by League of Women Voters of Grosse Pointe. Reprinted with permission. Original text contains references and photos.

Early History Early Lake St. Clair Read More
Recent History Grosse Pointe in the 1800s:
New Neighbors, Diverse Influences

Most of the new Americans who came to the Detroit area following the War of 1812 were from the predominantly Protestant states of the east. When Governor Cass asked for a Protestant missionary, the call was answered by the Rev. John Monteith, a young Presbyterian of Scottish lineage. Reverend Monteith and Father Richard ignited a spark which resulted in the founding of the University of Michigan in 1821. Elementary schools in Grosse Pointe have been named for both pioneer educators.

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  • History
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      • Cadillac's Village
      • The Fox Indian Episode
      • The Habitants' Folk Literature
      • Chief Pontiac's War in 1763
      • A Third Flag for Detroit
    • Recent History
      • Challenges of the 1960s and 1970s
      • Challenging the Marshes
      • Motor Cars and Subdivisions
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Robert E. Novitke Municipal Center
20025 Mack Plaza
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Ph: (313) 343-2440
Fx: (313) 343-2658

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