# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Exlplore how local residents became part of the California Gold Rush, tracing their journeys from Michigan to California.About this EventThe California Gold Rush sparked a movement that reached far beyond the West. This Historical Speaker Series program explores how local residents became part of the ‘49er migration, tracing their journeys from Michigan to California and examining what they encountered upon arrival. Presented by local historian Debbie Remer.
$5 for general admission | Free for members
Register at PackardProvingGrounds.org/Apr26-HSS-PPG
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shelby-charter-township/chasing-fortune-local-49ers-and-the-california-gold-rush/100001984581006213
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 7.18, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Shelby charter Township
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site
- **lat**: 42.661685
- **long**: -83.03619300000003
- **full address**: Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site, 49965 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby charter Township, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush being held?
  - **A:** Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site, 49965 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby charter Township, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush?
  - **A:** Tickets for Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush are priced at USD 7 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 7 + USD 2 feeAvailablePPG MemberFreeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush?
  - **A:** Chasing Fortune: Local '49ers and the California Gold Rush is organized by Packard Proving Grounds.

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