

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 70th Anniversary Michigan Tornado Outbreak April 1956
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: presented by Earnest J. Ostuno

The author of “Paths of Destruction: The Story of West Michigan's Worst Natural Disaster, the Tornadoes of April 3, 1956” (published by the Grand Rapids Historical Society) chronicles the devastating F5 tornado outbreak that struck West Michigan. The storm killed nearly 20 people, injured hundreds, and destroyed neighborhoods in Hudsonville and Standale.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/70th-anniversary-michigan-tornado-outbreak-april-1956/200029794473103
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 78

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Rapids
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503
- **lat**: 42.96486
- **long**: -85.66593
- **full address**: 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 70th Anniversary Michigan Tornado Outbreak April 1956
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 70th Anniversary Michigan Tornado Outbreak April 1956 being held?
  - **A:** 70th Anniversary Michigan Tornado Outbreak April 1956 takes place on Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm at 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 70th Anniversary Michigan Tornado Outbreak April 1956?
  - **A:** 70th Anniversary Michigan Tornado Outbreak April 1956 is organized by Grand Rapids Historical Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 70th Anniversary Michigan Tornado Outbreak April 1956 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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