Upcoming Events
Spring Into the Past
The Tri-River Historical Museum Network offers its annual event with special exhibits at the 25+ member local history museums. Pick up a directory at the Ada History Center or check out Tri Rivers on Facebook.
Spring Into the Past
The Tri-River Historical Museum Network offers its annual event with special exhibits at the 25+ member local history museums. Pick up a directory at the Ada History Center or check out Tri Rivers on Facebook.
Vintage Baseball Game
Step back in time at Ada Park as it transforms into an early 1900s ballfield! The 4th Annual Vintage Baseball Game is back, bringing you the crack of wooden bats, classic uniforms, and old fashioned rules. Cheer on the Cascade Sentinels as they try to even the series against the Ada Grangers. Who will take home the win? Don’t miss this lively celebration of baseball history!
Cost: Free to attend!
Concessions will be available on-site for purchase benefitting the Forest Hills Youth Wrestling Club.
Interested in sponsoring a team or getting involved? Contact Ethan Engel, Recreation Coordinator, at eengel@adatownshipmi.com for more information.
Veterans Memorial Dedication
Ada Township dedicates the new veterans memorial in honor of all who have served from Ada.
All are welcome to attend!
Americana Barn Sale
Discover one‑of‑a‑kind vintage treasures brought in by local collectors.
Your purchase will help support the Ada Historical Society.
Verbal appraisals for your treasure available with a $5 donation.
Americana Barn Sale
Discover one‑of‑a‑kind vintage treasures brought in by local collectors.
Your purchase will help support the Ada Historical Society.
Verbal appraisals for your treasure available with a $5 donation.
Quilt Lecture
Sandy Connors highlights stories of selected historic quilts and the women who expressed themselves through their beautiful works of art.
Pop-Up Quilt Exhibit
In conjunction with our June 18 Quilt Lecture, we’ll highlight some unique quilts and stories from the Ada Historical Society collections.
Rosie the Riveter Lecture
Rosie the Riveter & Beyond: How Women Helped Win WWII
— Presented by Jeannette Gutierrez of the Michigan Rosies
This informative presentation, accompanied by colorful slides, highlights women’s important contribution to Allied Victory in World War II, including war production work, women in the armed forces, volunteer women, and celebrity influencers.
Exhibit Opening & Museum Reopens
You are invited to be one of the first to explore the new temporary exhibit for 2026
Songs & Sips
Join Ada Parks & Recreation and the Ada Historical Society for an intimate evening of live music, storytelling, and local flavor!
Enjoy performances from local musicians, Rin Tarsy and Nathan Walton, as they share their musical story, inspirations and processes behind their creative songwriting process. Light snacks will be served with adult beverages available for purchase from local favorites.
Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 | Time: 6 pm-9 pm (Doors Open: 6 pm, Showcase Starts: 7 pm) | Location: Roselle Park Resource Building
Cost: $50/person | Registration open until February 23, 2026 | Ages 21+
TO PURCHASE TICKETS: Songs & Sips Tix
Museum Closed
Each January and February the museum closes to visitation. Volunteers enjoy some R&R and a great deal of behind the scenes work occurs, from cleaning to working with artifacts to installing the new exhibit. We’re getting ready to reopen in March!
Please contact us with any questions.
Santa Parade & Decorate Cookies
Ada’s Santa Parade begins at 11am and there will be cookies and hot chocolate in the History Center barn.
Museum Special Open Hours
The museum is open special hours to align with the Ada Santa Parade - 9am-noon only
Tinsel, Treats, & Trolleys
Stop by the History Center to visit with reindeer as part of the village-wide holiday open house. Color vintage holiday cards with your little elves. Visit the holiday wreath sale in the barn.
Veterans Day Presentation
We honor those who have served with a Veterans’ Day lecture. Presenter Sean Sullivan will discuss his Army career as a helicopter pilot, Michigan National Guard training officer and deployment to Haiti and Iraq.
Ada Cemetery Tour (Session 2)
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Ada Cemetery. Discover the stories of early settlers, notable residents, and the hidden history of Ada as we explore the lives and legacies of those who helped shape our community.
Be aware of hilly terrain.
Space is limited.
Registration for the 4pm tour is full!
Ada Cemetery Tour (Session 1)
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Ada Cemetery. Discover the stories of early settlers, notable residents, and the hidden history of Ada as we explore the lives and legacies of those who helped shape our community.
Be aware of hilly terrain.
Space is limited.
Registration for the 2pm tour is full!
Ada Artisan Market
Ada Historical Society will participate with items from our gift shop including Ada prints, history books, greeting cards, and more.
The market is free and open to all.
Garden Event Class
DIY easy concrete pumpkin class. Take home an easy, small concrete pumpkin for fall decor. Can be used indoors or out on the porch or garden. Can be painted when you get home if desired. We’ll provide what you need to finish one. Wear your old clothes and join us for a bit of fall fun.
Tour the gardens with Ada History Center volunteer Master Gardeners.
Fur Trade Encampment
There was a trading post near the mouth of the Thornapple River 200 years ago. It fostered relationships between the Indigenous community and the incoming European and American fur traders. It’s a fascinating time in our history, brought back to life this September. Come experience the sights and sounds of a fur trading camp and meet family descendants of Ada’s own Rix Robinson.
Fur Trade Encampment
There was a trading post near the mouth of the Thornapple River 200 years ago. It fostered relationships between the Indigenous community and the incoming European and American fur traders. It’s a fascinating time in our history, brought back to life this September. Come experience the sights and sounds of a fur trading camp and meet family descendants of Ada’s own Rix Robinson.
Volunteer Appreciation Ice Cream Social
RSVP only event - We celebrate our amazing & dedicated volunteers with an ice cream social. RSVP to Karey or Kristen.
Beers at the Bridge
Stop by Ada Historical Society’s booth at this family friendly event.
The Beers at the Bridge Summer Concert Series is presented by Ada Township DDA
Beers at the Bridge is free to attend. The event will feature food and drinks available for purchase.
Ada Village Walking Tour
Let’s walk through history looking at the changes to the heart of Ada’s village. Tour covers roughly a mile in one hour. No registration required - meet at Legacy Park across from Foxtail Coffee.
