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Join us in celebrating our state's veterans and astronauts in all that we do.  Whether raising funds or having fun, we do so with our Mission in mind - Honor, Respect, Remember.

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Please remember our sponsors who make this all possible, and help us thank them for their commitment to preserving the legacy of America’s heroes. 💙❤️

  • Studio Park

  • World Affairs Council

  • Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation

  • Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum & Library

  • Meijer

  • The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies

  • City of Grand Rapids

  • Air Zoo

  • Oasis Senior Advisors

  • Trinity Health

  • National Heritage Academies

  • Trillium Living

  • Wege Foundation

  • Peter & Emajean Cook Foundation

  • Varnum Law

  • University of Michigan Health

  • University of Michigan Ann Arbor

  • Hospice of Michigan

  • WZZM 13

  • WXMI Fox 17

  • Lake Michigan Credit Union

  • American Legion 

  • Klingman’s 

  • Amway Corporation 

  • Applied Innovation 

  • E3 Compliance 

  • Clark Foundation 

  • Mary Free Bed 

  • The Williams Family* 

  • The Stornant Family* 

  • A250 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Grand Rapids, Michigan
September 1 - September 7, 2025

Join us in Grand Rapids, Michigan, as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II with a heartfelt tribute to the countries Greatest Generation.

  • This extraordinary event honors the millions of American and Allied forces, patriots, and citizens who made immense sacrifices to ensure a world free of tyranny.

  • Experience this tribute through a vibrant parade, a captivating film festival, breathtaking military flyover, inspiring speaking engagements, events with prominent dignitaries, and much more.

  • This celebration is proudly organized by the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, the Michigan Heroes Museum, the Hauenstein Center at Grand Valley State University, and the City of Grand Rapids. It is thoughtfully coordinated by a collaboration of dedicated community anchors whose passion and commitment ensure this event brings history, gratitude, and remembrance to life.

  • Honor Your Loved One with a Commemorative Board

  • ​​Stay tuned for more details!

Thank You!

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Food Vendor Trailer
Frankenmuth, MI
September, 5-7, 2025

Frankenmuth Auto Fest

Plan to Visit the Autofest

  • The Frankenmuth Auto Fest is the largest Car Show in Michigan.

  • Frankenmuth Auto Fest is a 501(c)4.

  • Frankenmuth Auto Fest is the largest fundraiser for the Michigan Heroes Museum, the Frankenmuth Rotary Club, the Frankenmuth Lion’s Club, the Frankenmuth American Legion, and the Frankenmuth VFW.

  • We have raised over $1.8 million in the last 12 years.

  • The Michigan Heroes Museum needs 60 volunteers to run our trailer. If you are interested in helping the museum, please call us at (989)652-8005 and let us know.

Honor. Respect. Remember.

 

Every day The Michigan Heroes Museum shares the personal stories of heroism, leadership, and sacrifice – sometimes the ultimate sacrifice – of ordinary Michigan men and women thrust into extraordinary circumstances. The museum believes that sharing this heritage is vital to understanding our past and preserving our future.

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