Ron Gordon Memorial George Washington Art Contest
For many years, the Greater Washington Area Historical Society has celebrated George Washington’s birthday in February by having the Museum at 58230 Van Dyke open for an afternoon and sponsor tours and refreshments for visitors. In 2010, one of our members, Ron Gordon, suggested that we have an art contest in cooperation with the Washington Elementary School and have the students in the 3rd, 4th and 5th grades participate. The students would draw a portrait of George Washington and their art teacher would submit nine finalists from each grade for judging by members of the historical society.
On February 22, 2026, the Museum will be open and the artwork of the 27 finalists will be on display for visitors to see. And the Museum is open for tours of exhibits in five large rooms. Of course, refreshments will be available. The artwork is to be judged at the end of the day and a winner selected from each grade plus an overall winner.
The three winners of the art contest and the overall winner will be announced at an assembly at the Washington Elementary School on February 25. All the finalists are invited to a pizza lunch at the Museum after which tours of the Museum will be conducted. At the conclusion of the luncheon and tours, all the finalists will be presented with a packet of information including a certificate of participation.
Anniversary Dinner at the Abbey
On April 10, 2026, come and celebrate the 199th anniversary of Washington Township at the Abbey on Main in Romeo. The event is in recognition of our supporters and benefits the Washington Historical Museum. Live music by the “Wayward Wind”. The event this year will have a photo booth.
Super Sunday 2026
Our Super Sunday 2026 event this year is on June 7, 2026. Museum will be open for tours. We have R. J.’s Dog House for snacks and Rosie Bo’s Beverage Bar. A silent auction is planned, Plant sale and there will be music. We will have over 50 crafty vendors for your shopping pleasure. Come and visit!
The Washington Historical Museum is located in the OLD 1916 Washington High School. The school operated from 1917 until 1972 when the new Washington Elementary School was completed. In 1975, the Greater Washington Area Historical Society was granted a lease for the old school to use as the Washington Historical Museum. The Historical Society is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization who truly needs your help to preserve the history of your area.
For more information, contact Cherie Allen at washingtonmuseum@gmail.com or 586-786-5304.
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