Awards Show Off Historic Preservation in Rochester Hills

A historian and a historic building were honored recently as symbols of preserving history in the community.

The Earl Borden Awards for historic preservation, named after the first mayor of Rochester Hills, were presented by the Historic Districts Commission during a recent Rochester Hills City Council meeting.

Pat McKay, director of the , accepted a Historic Preservation Award for improvements, completed under his leadership, to the Stoney Creek Schoolhouse, an 1848 one-room schoolhouse owned by the museum. 

Debbie Remer, a museum volunteer and supporter, accepted the Preservation Leadership Award for her work . The project, which resulted in a book, paints a picture of early life in the area.

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"These awards are tangible signs of the city's commitment to historic preservation," said Brian Dunphy, chairman of the Historic Districts Commission. "Our history and our commitment to preserving it help to make this city a great place to live."

Watch these two videos for details on the awards.

A reception fro 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday night at the Stoney Creek Schoolhouse will celebrate the awards and show off the changes at the school. The public is welcome; refreshments will be served.