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The Detroit Lions and the Early NFL

The Detroit Lions and the Early NFL In-Person

The story of the Lions catching on in Detroit doubles as the story of professional football finding its place in American popular culture.  Before the Portsmouth Spartans relocated to Detroit and donned the Honolulu Blue in 1934, several pro football teams tried and failed to gain a foothold in the city.  Jeremy Dimmick, Manager of Collections at The Detroit Historical Society, will explain how the Lions (and pro football) won the hearts of Detroiters to become the institution they are today, tracking the team from its small town roots, through its golden age in the 1950's, and into the present.

 

Date:
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Time:
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Cozadd A and B
Audience:
  Adult  

Event Organizer

Kelly Skinner

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