History Loves Company presents

SATURDAY · NOVEMBER 14, 2026

Hudson’s Day

Remembering Detroit’s Greatest Department Store

Join History Loves Company at The Foundry for an afternoon remembering Hudson’s, the stories it holds, and the people who keep those memories alive.

1–4 PM Eastern · Downtown Pontiac · General admission FREE

When

Saturday, November 14, 2026
1–4 PM Eastern

Where

The Foundry by History Loves Company
35 W. Huron Street, Pontiac, Michigan

Admission

General admission: FREE
Optional VIP experience: $10 per person

An afternoon for the stories we keep

What do you remember about Hudson’s?

A trip downtown. A special purchase. A family story told again at the holidays. Hudson’s Day is a chance to return to those memories together.

Come remember Hudson’s with History Loves Company, spend time at The Foundry, and explore the independent shops that call this corner of Pontiac home.

Explore our Hudson’s history story →

Choose your afternoon.

Open to the community

General admission

FREE

Join us from 1–4 PM Eastern. The VIP experience is optional; you do not need a VIP ticket for general admission.

Find The Foundry

Optional · Limited to 50 tickets total

The VIP experience

$10 per person

  • Early entry at 12:30 PM Eastern
  • Reserved documentary seating
  • A commemorative postcard
  • A small Detroit-history souvenir
  • 10% off History Loves Company merchandise

Book the optional VIP experience online.
Check the ticket page for current availability. General admission remains free.

Get VIP tickets · $10 each

Bring your order confirmation for check-in. No physical ticket will be shipped.

Make a day of it

See you at The Foundry.

The Foundry by History Loves Company
35 W. Huron Street, Suite 101
Pontiac, MI 48342

Inside the historic Riker Building in downtown Pontiac. Hosted by History Loves Company.

Saturday, November 14

12:30 PM Eastern
VIP early entry

1 PM Eastern
Public event begins

4 PM Eastern
Event concludes

A few things to know

Is a VIP ticket required to attend?

No. General admission to Hudson’s Day is free. The $10 VIP experience is optional and includes the extras listed above.

Can I buy a VIP ticket online now?

Yes. Visit the VIP ticket page for current availability and to book. Each ticket admits one person. Bring your order confirmation for check-in; postcards and souvenirs are collected at the event.

What if I have questions about visiting?

For parking, accessibility, or other visit questions, contact The Foundry before your visit. You can also learn more about The Foundry.

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Find Us

35 W Huron Street, Suite 101
Historic Riker Building
Pontiac, MI 48342
248-568-6030

Hours

Tue – Thu: 12–6 PM
Fri: 12–7 PM
Sat: 11 AM–6 PM
Sun: 12–6 PM
Mon: Closed

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