Name: First Friday | Preserving Community Culture Through Historic Preservation
Start: 2026-03-06T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-06T18:45:00-05:00
Location: 1310 E Kearsley St, Flint, MI, United States, Michigan 48503

First Friday | Preserving Community Culture Through Historic Preservation

Explore historic preservation with Malcolm Cottle, Curator of
March First Friday Lecture | Preserving Community Culture Through Historic Preservation
Friday, March 6, 2026 @ 6 p.m.
Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St.
Collections at Sloan Museum of Discovery. This session examines how preservation protects cultural and social heritage—not just as physical artifacts, but as living resources that shape identity,
continuity, and economic vitality. Malcolm will share the principles, legal frameworks, and community engagement strategies that guide preservation work, offering a behind the-
scenes look at the museum’s stewardship responsibilities. Attendees will gain insight into the challenges and collaborative efforts that keep historic places relevant and accessible for future generations.
Once a live lecture has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive early for best seating.