Thursday, April 11th, 2024 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm.

The Detroit History Club 3103 Commor, Hamtramck MI 48212

Vernors Ginger Ale has been a Detroit staple for over a century and a half; with a combination of nostalgia, taste, and dubious medical advice making it a Michigan classic. Join the Detroit History Club as we explore the man who made the drink, Dr. James Vernor. Vernor returned to his Detroit pharmacy following the American Civil War, and within a year later began producing his signature pop.

In honor of Dr. Vernor’s 181st  birthday, April 11th, 1843,  guests sip Vernors floats and enjoy birthday cake while they discover how Dr. Vernor’s experiences as a soldier in our nation’s bloodiest war shaped his life, his work, and his legendary product. From military records to accounts written in his own hand, we’ll bubble up the story of the ginger ale king before he made his splash in soda history.

Remote Attendance is offered for this event: Attend from anywhere!

If you're unable to attend this presentation at The Detroit History Club in person but wish to join us virtually, we are thrilled to announce our livestream opportunities. For just $5 you'll be emailed a password to an unlisted page on our website where you'll be able to stream the presentation live, as it is happening, participate in the Q&A through texting, and spread the history fun to your home or office.

If you're unable to make the specific date and time, but wish to watch the presentation, the recorded video will remain available to those with the password for seven (7) days following the live event. Streaming works on tablets, computers, or phones that can successfully run any YouTube video.

The weblink and password will be emailed out one hour before the start of the event.

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

• Tickets are strictly limited to 50 in person guests. 

• There is no limit to remote attendance.

• Free onsite street parking is available.

• All guests must be 18 years of age or older

• All guests must be a member of The Detroit History Club, in good standing, to attend this event.

  • Buy or renew your Detroit History Club membership

  • If you are not yet a member, you can still buy tickets to an event: Simply use member number “000” when you add the event tickets to your cart. Then add the corresponding number of Detroit History Club memberships before check out. Our team will match your new membership number(s) to your event ticket(s) once it’s been assigned.

  • Membership to The Detroit History Club is $5.00 per person per calendar year.

• We are delighted to welcome guests who require wheelchairs or other mobility assistance and will work hard to ensure the best possible experience. For specific mobility questions please email Office@detroithistorytours.com.

• Your order confirmation email will serve as your only ticket- nothing will ship to your address. Please save your email and be prepared to show it on your phone or printed to enter the event. The ticketed guests name(s) will also be on a check in sheet when you arrive. (We do this to avoid the ticketing fees that come along with ticketing systems. The price of your ticket will remain the same throughout checkout with no added fees or service charges.)

• All tickets and events are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.