Become a Founding Supporter — History Loves Company
Become a Founding Supporter — History Loves Company
The Foundry · History Loves Company
Be part of what The Foundry is becoming.
The Foundry is a creator marketplace, vintage mercantile, small-business incubator, podcast studio, and community gathering place inside the historic Riker Building in downtown Pontiac — a building that has been here for over a century, now starting its next chapter.
Becoming a Founding Supporter means you were here at the beginning. Your contribution directly supports the buildout and the ongoing story of The Foundry. There is no reward tier, no merchandise bundle, no points system. Just the knowledge that you helped start something worth starting — and a permanent place in The Foundry's record.
What's Happening at The Foundry
Every week is packed with programming designed to bring the community together:
- Try-It Tuesday — Hands-on workshops and demos from local creators
- Side Hustle Wednesday — Small business networking and entrepreneur spotlights
- City Stories Live (Thursday) — Live History Loves Company programming
- Songs of a Fellow Dreamer (Thursdays in August, 5–7 PM) — Live music featuring Angela Grace
- Sound Sessions (Friday) — Live local musicians and open mic
- Discovery Day (Saturday) — The flagship weekly event with makers, demos, and family programming
- Community Sunday — Board games, nonprofits, meetups, and coworking
Dream Cruise Weekend — August 14, 15 & 16: The Foundry is the premier indoor destination during Woodward Dream Cruise weekend. 25+ local makers and artists, live music, live demonstrations, food, and the full energy of Dream Cruise in historic downtown Pontiac.
What You Get
- Founding Supporter recognition — your name in The Foundry's permanent record
- Early access to vendor announcements, drop notifications, and events
- The knowledge that you helped start something worth starting
About The Foundry
35 W Huron Street, Suite 101, Pontiac, Michigan 48342. Open Tuesday–Wednesday 12–6 PM, Thursday 12–7 PM, Friday 12–8 PM, Saturday 10 AM–7 PM, Sunday 11 AM–5 PM.
Questions?
Call or text 248-568-6030 or stop by 35 W Huron Street in downtown Pontiac.
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The Foundry
Downtown Pontiac, Michigan · Historic Riker Building
The Foundry is a curated creator marketplace, vintage mercantile, and media studio inside the historic Riker Building in downtown Pontiac. Every piece on this page was selected, documented, and listed by The Foundry team.
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Getting It Home
Local Pickup
Free local pickup available at The Foundry, 35 W Huron St, Suite 101, Downtown Pontiac. Select Local Pickup at checkout. We'll confirm your pickup window by email.
Shipping
We ship across the United States. Rates calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. Vintage and fragile items are packed with care. Tracking provided on all orders.
Returns
Vintage, artifact, and one-of-one items are final sale. New and print-on-demand items may be eligible for return or exchange within 14 days.
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Honest assessment.
Condition is noted honestly. Minor wear consistent with age is expected and part of the character of vintage and found objects. Any significant flaws are described in the product notes above.
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Specifications
The details.
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History & Provenance
Where it's been.
Provenance, previous ownership, era of origin, and any documentation or markings that help establish this piece's place in time.
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The Story
Why this piece exists.
Every piece at The Foundry has a reason to be here. This is where we tell you what it is — the moment it was made, the hands that made it, and why it matters now.
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