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Great Salem Train Wreck of 1907: Michigan's Worst Train Wreck

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

About this event

Joe Oldenburg of the Historic District Commission presents the history of Michigan's worst train wreck which occurred in 1907.

What to Expect

  • 1.Arrive early to grab a seat in the small community room at the Northville Township Administration Office and you might have to check in at the front desk.
  • 2.The talk is a straightforward history lecture with slides about Michigan's worst train wreck, so expect a clear narrative and some archival photos.
  • 3.Q and A is usually brief after the talk, so keep your questions tight and on topic if you want to speak up.
  • 4.Because this is a government building, parking can be around the lot or on street, plan 10 extra minutes for finding the room.
  • 5.Bring a notebook or notes app if you want to jot down dates, sources, or names to look up later.

Performers

  • Joe Oldenburg
  • Historic District Commission
CategoryClasses
vibe
SeatedLow Social PressureChillIntimate
mood
EducationalInformativeNostalgicReflectiveObservational
audience
History BuffsObserversStudentsBeginnersNeighbors
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