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Ideas & Innovations Lecture Series: Gilbert Rohde: Innovations for Modern Living
April 16, 2009 (7:30pm)
Phyllis Ross, a decorative arts historian and author of a new book on furniture designer Gilbert Rohde will give a presentation on the notable and innovative creations of this famous trendsetter of the 1930s and 40s. Ms. Ross will sign copies of "Gilbert Rohde: Modern Design for Modern Living", published by Yale University Press, immediately following the presentation.
This event will be held in the Benson Ford Research Center
For information, call 313.982.6020.
pricing
Lecture is free.
Parking is free.
what to bring, what to wear
Dress comfortably. Seating will be provided in the Benson Ford Research Center.
Currently there are no eating establishments at the Benson Ford Research Center.
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The Henry Ford is located in Dearborn, Michigan on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard, just west of the Southfield Freeway (M-39) and south of Michigan Avenue (US-12).
The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088
From the East or West via I-94:
Take I-94 to the Oakwood Blvd exit; go north on Oakwood. The Henry Ford is 2.5 miles from the exit on the corner of Village Rd and Oakwood Blvd.
From the South via I-75:
Exit to northbound Southfield Freeway (M-39), drive 4.1 miles to Oakwood Boulevard (Exit 4). Left on Oakwood and drive 1.8 miles.
From the North via Southfield Road (or I-96):
Take Southfield Freeway (M-39) South 4.5 miles past I-96 and exit at Michigan avenue (Exit 6). Continue on the Southfield service drive (veer left) for .5 miles. At the first stop light, turn right onto Village Road (through the iron gates) and drive 3/4 miles.
Metro-Detroit often has major construction projects. Please check the following sites for the latest on construction areas and road closures.
Michigan Department of Transportation
AAA Traffic & Construction Report