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Robert Anscheutz, born in 1965 in Ann Arbor, shared his memories of growing up in Ypsilanti, attending local schools, and the community events he participated in, including the sesquicentennial celebration in 1973 and the bicentennial celebration in 2023. He highlighted the historical significance of Ypsilanti, such as the Huron Hotel and the log cabin reconstruction in 1923, and the community-driven heritage festivals. Robert, who now splits his time between Orlando and Ypsilanti, emphasized the importance of historical preservation and community engagement, noting recent events like the historical walking tour and the time capsule opening. He expressed hope for Ypsilanti's future while maintaining its historic charm and community spirit.
Interview Date
8-19-2023
Keywords
Ypsilanti bicentennial, community events, historical preservation, sesquicentennial celebration, heritage festivals, EMU involvement, historical walking tour, time capsule, community participation, historic houses, Ypsilanti history, family connections, festivals, local culture, historic buildings.
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Recommended Citation
Delahoyde, Katie, "Robert Anschuetz, Oral History Interview, 2023" (2023). Oral Histories. 221.
https://commons.emich.edu/oral_histories/221