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Who We Are

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Orion Township, Michigan

The Orion Historical Society, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 1994 as a community organization dedicated to the preservation of Orion’s legacy. Since the first organizational meeting early in 1994, dedicated members have worked hard at increasing awareness of our community’s unique architectural and historical resources. As a result of their hard work, more people have come to understand that preservation can mean a more solid future for the community. A sense of continuity grounded in buildings and places that have a significant place in our communal history contributes to our sense of well-being and connection to our neighbors. Connection in turn gives rise to informed and well-rounded decision-making about the future. The members and friends of the Society continue to embody its mission statement – “…to involve people to actively participate in the growth and vitality of the Orion community through preservation activities and education about Orion’s legacy.”

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Become an Orion Historical Society Member Today!

Click to download our membership form

Events & Meetings

The Rise & Fall of Park Island

Once the crown jewel of Orion’s golden age,

Park Island was a playground of thrilling rides,

a grand dance hall, and endless summer fun.

But behind it all? Big money, bold ambition,

and the gangsters who made it happen.

 

Join me at the library for a deeper dive into how

this Prohibition-era hotspot came to be, the

larger-than-life figures who funded it, and

what ultimately led to its downfall. This is your chance to hear stories that go beyond my Boat  

Tour on Orion, revealing a side of Park Island          you’ve never heard before.

Orion Library | 06/02/25 | 7 pm

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Contact

Orion Historical Society
P.O. Box 925 611 N. Axford Street
Lake Orion, MI 48361

orionhistoricalsociety.com

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