The War Memorial

The War Memorial serves as a gathering place for the southeast Michigan community, supporting arts and enrichment activities, along with honoring and celebrating military veterans.
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The War Memorial lives inside the historic Alger Estate, originally named The Moorings. Children enjoy the Halloween Spooktacular and Trunk-or-Treat event. A crowd of over 700 individuals commemorates the 80th anniversary of the D-Day
operation of World War II at The War Memorial on June 6, 2024.

// MISSION

Honoring our legacy and embarking on a future with intentional programming, hospitality, and leadership, we are a forward-thinking hub with a mission to be a patriotic, cultural, and community leader.


// KEY SERVICES PROVIDED

The War Memorial serves as a gathering place for the southeast Michigan community, supporting arts and enrichment activities, along with honoring and celebrating military veterans. The nonprofit organization, situated on the grounds of the historic Alger Estate in Grosse Pointe Farms, serves approximately 100,000 individuals annually.

Programming includes engaging experiences for adults and children to learn new skills and make lasting memories, community events and celebrations, and honoring those who have served in our military. Aside from the efforts to enhance the regional community, The War Memorial also hosts high-end private events such as weddings and corporate events. With new offerings and innovative leadership, along with the state-of-the-art Fred M. Alger Center, newly opened in 2022, The War Memorial is an established leader in the local community


// UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Second Saturdays, Stem-tastic Fun | Nov. 9
  • Veterans Day Breakfast | Nov. 11
  • Holiday Homecoming Tree Lighting | Nov. 24
  • Bedtime Stories with Santa | Dec. 8 & 12
  • Second Saturdays, Holiday Magic! | Dec. 14
  • Santa Breakfast | Dec. 15

// LEADERSHIP

Maria Miller, President and CEO

Nikki Charbonneau, COO

Leah Celebi, VP of Community Engagement and Programming

Kelly Oliver, Senior Director of Development

Jennifer Sutton, Director of Public Programs and Special Events

Brett Pulte, Director of Marketing and Communications


// CONTACT INFORMATION

 

32 Lake Shore Dr.
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
313-881-7511
warmemorial.org