Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site

Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site A lovely 17 acre automotive history site with circa 1928 Albert Kahn designed buildings. Located in Shelby Township, Michigan.
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The Packard Proving Grounds is a Michigan Historic Site and is also on the National Register of Historic Places. The site hosts a variety of car shows, events & weddings - call (586) 739-4800 to inquire. PPG is also the site of a weekly farmer's market in the summer months.

Meet Sophie Griesbeck.For Sophie Griesbeck, volunteering at the Packard Proving Grounds started with a simple question: ...
06/17/2026

Meet Sophie Griesbeck.

For Sophie Griesbeck, volunteering at the Packard Proving Grounds started with a simple question: What's back there?

Years later, her curiosity has grown into a deep appreciation for the history, community, and stories that make the grounds so special.

"You go there and you're stepping back in time."

In this month's Packard Pulse, we're honored to share Sophie's story and her longtime passion for preserving a place she loves.

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06/15/2026

Thank you to our volunteers, vendors, staff, board members, attendees, and car owners for helping make Packards & Pours possible.

We are grateful for your support of the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site and for helping preserve this special place for generations to come.

From the PPG Collection:c. 1929 Victor Radio ElectrolaThis beautiful 1929 Victor Radio Electrola, along with its 89 albu...
06/15/2026

From the PPG Collection:
c. 1929 Victor Radio Electrola

This beautiful 1929 Victor Radio Electrola, along with its 89 albums, was donated by the Olivieri family.

It not only looks nice, but it also works! It looks great in our Lodge’s front custodian room parlor.

To schedule a tour of the Lodge, visit PackardProvingGrounds.org

Packards & Pours is TONIGHT. Come have a drink with us between 6–10 pm at the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site. We ...
06/13/2026

Packards & Pours is TONIGHT. Come have a drink with us between 6–10 pm at the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site. We have classic cars, tours, DJ, and food trucks. Tickets are sold to those 21+ at the main gate.

Proceeds from the event directly support the preservation of the historic site.

📸: Copper Twig Collective

06/12/2026

Join us for Packards & Pours at the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site TOMORROW from 6–10 pm.

We’ll have beverage vendors, food trucks, DJ, and historic tours. Tickets at bit.ly/packardspours. 21+ only.

📸: Copper Twig Collective

Presenting our final round of beverage vendors for TOMORROW’S Packards & Pours at the Packard Proving Grounds.Join us fo...
06/12/2026

Presenting our final round of beverage vendors for TOMORROW’S Packards & Pours at the Packard Proving Grounds.

Join us for a drink, great company, and an evening at our historic site. Proceeds from the event directly support the preservation of the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site.

Purchase your ticket here: PackardProvingGrounds.org/PackardsPours

From the PPG Collection:1954 "Johnny Dark" Movie PosterThe opening scene of the 1954 film "Johnny Dark", starring Tony C...
06/08/2026

From the PPG Collection:
1954 "Johnny Dark" Movie Poster

The opening scene of the 1954 film "Johnny Dark", starring Tony Curtis and Piper Laurie, was filmed at the Packard Proving Grounds. It provides a wonderful glimpse into what the grounds looked like in action. The storyline is about an ambitious auto engineer who designs a radical sports car that his company refuses to give backing for. He steals the prototype to compete in an arduous race from Canada to Mexico. You can find this film available on YouTube.

From the PPG Collection:1940 Packard Rollson Super Eight Victoria ConvertibleThis beautiful convertible is new to our co...
06/01/2026

From the PPG Collection:
1940 Packard Rollson Super Eight Victoria Convertible

This beautiful convertible is new to our collection this year.
It’s a rare commission built by Rollson. At first glance, the body resembles a Dutch Darrin design, but on further inspection, you will notice a smoother and more elegant transition between the long, straight hood line. The sophisticated sweep of the door-tops continues in an accent line well into the rear fenders for an overall, pulled-together look. If you have not visited the Packard Proving Grounds in a while, we welcome you to schedule a visit at PackardProvingGrounds.org to see what is new.

We’re excited to welcome more beverage vendors to Packards & Pours on June 13.Join us from 6–10 pm at the Packard Provin...
05/30/2026

We’re excited to welcome more beverage vendors to Packards & Pours on June 13.

Join us from 6–10 pm at the Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site for drinks, entertainment, cars, and tours.

Tickets: bit.ly/packardspours

Join us this Sunday, May 31, from 11AM to 4PM as Simply Unique returns to the Packard Proving Grounds for a day of summe...
05/28/2026

Join us this Sunday, May 31, from 11AM to 4PM as Simply Unique returns to the Packard Proving Grounds for a day of summer shopping, food, and live music.

Support your local makers! See you there!

Address

49965 Van D**e Avenue
Shelby Township, MI
48317

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+15867394800

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