This holiday season, join friends and family for a joy-filled Breakfast with Santa at The War Memorial! Santa makes a spectacular entrance via his iconic helicopter to kickstart the festivities.

Dress the kids in their comfiest pajamas and settle in for a Bedtime Story with Santa!

The War Memorial’s Historic Tour offers an intimate journey through the elegant Alger House — a home steeped in nearly a century of stories.

Dress the kids in their comfiest pajamas and settle in for a Bedtime Story with Santa!

Dress the kids in their comfiest pajamas and settle in for a Bedtime Story with Santa!

Calling all 6–8th graders to the festively decked halls of the War Memorial on Thursday, December 4th, 6:30–8:30pm for a merry night of music, friends, and holiday fun you won’t forget.

Join us for our very first Gingerbread House building competition! With just three hours on the clock, work in small teams (or fly solo!) to create your holiday home masterpiece. All you’ll need to bring is your creativity and competitive spirit, as we’ll provide the rest!

The War Memorial’s Historic Tour offers an intimate journey through the elegant Alger House — a home steeped in nearly a century of stories.

Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun!

How does your family celebrate the holidays?
What traditions related to your religion, ethnicity, or culture make this time of year so special?

Students in grades 1–5 from the Grosse Pointe Public School System and Harper Woods School District are invited to share their holiday traditions through art and writing in the Merry Memories Art & Essay Contest!

Join us on Sunday, October 26th, from 12–3 PM for a Halloween-themed family event you won't want to miss. It’s going to be a spectacular spooktacular filled with festive fun, spooky surprises, and memories for all ages! Costumes are encouraged.

Our Free Tech Repair Workshop is part guided repair session, part open tinkering lab, and fully community-powered. Whether you have an older phone with a cracked screen, a laptop with battery issues, or just want to learn how devices work, this is the place to do it.

When the moon is high and the music starts to rise… the “Night of the Living Dance” begins! Calling all 6–8th graders to the Haunted Hall on Thursday, October 16th, 6:30–8:30pm for a frightfully fun evening you won’t forget.

Calling all dogs! Bring your furry friend for a fun-filled afternoon!

Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun!

All Blood Types Needed! Register today for the American Red Cross Blood Drive, taking place in the War Memorial Ballroom on October 7 from 12pm-6pm

The War Memorial will serve as a drop-off site for the Free Bikes 4 Kidz non-profit. Over the last seven years, this non-profit has given underserved kids in the Metro-Detroit community 14,614 bikes – each one with a new helmet – getting kids started on a happier, healthier childhood.

Join the War Memorial Team for the Grosse Pointe Sunrise Rotary Run!

Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun! Our season kicks off on September 13 with “At the Circus!”

All Blood Types Needed! Register today for the American Red Cross Blood Drive, taking place in the War Memorial Ballroom on February 13 from 12pm-6pm

Join us on July 15^th for a free behind the scenes look at the Inside-Out Program from DIA Community Engagement Manager Colleen McNamara.

Hop on over to The War Memorial this Spring and surprise your little one with a visit from the Easter Bunny while you enjoy a delicious Sunday morning brunch with your family. 

Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial - themed events held monthly offering crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance and more family-friendly fun! Our series continues with on April 12th!

Join our Modern Manners Youth Etiquette Class and help your kids cultivate the skills and confidence they need to thrive in today's world. From dining etiquette to digital decorum, we're shaping well-rounded, courteous, and self-assured young individuals.

The War Memorial's first ever Pre-K Prom! In the style of Daddy/Daughter and Mother/Son Dances of the past, this fun event invites the whole family to join in the fun. Dress in your best and feel like the King and Queen of the Prom

Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial - themed events held monthly offering crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance and more family-friendly fun! Our series continues with Sing in Spring on March 8th!

All Blood Types Needed! Register today for the American Red Cross Blood Drive, taking place in the War Memorial Ballroom on February 13 from 12pm-6pm

Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial - themed events held monthly offering crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance and more family-friendly fun! Our series continues with Cupid’s Corner on February 8th!