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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

RSVP only event - We celebrate our amazing & dedicated volunteers with an ice cream social. RSVP to Karey or Kristen.

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.

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.

Registration is full - Thank you for your interest!

In conjunction with our current exhibit CHANGE, we offer a tour of the Ada dam – as she approaches her 100th year.

Pre-registration is required, click below, call 616.676.9346 or email AdaHistoricalSociety@gmail.com to reserve a spot.

The dam is not accessible for people with limited mobility

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.

Please come out to the Ada History Center to help spread mulch—and joy! (Rain date is Wednesday, May 14th) Bring a shovel, a wheelbarrow, and a friend, if possible. The more, the merrier. 

Thank you for helping our volunteer gardeners maintain this beautiful corner of Ada.

Come experience America's national pastime! Our 3rd annual vintage game will feature turn of the century rules, era uniforms, lemon peel balls, smacker bats & classic concessions. Teams representing both the Ada & Cascade communities will compete in a game at Ada Park.

This is a free community event and spectators are encouraged to bring your own lawn chair.

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 the Common Corners webpage

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 the Common Corners webpage