John and Horace Dodge were industrious, outspoken, and fun-loving. “Work hard and play hard” could have been their motto! 

In this virtual presentation by Russell Doré, automotive history writer and presenter, learn about how the brothers went from being parts suppliers to creating an automobile company which at one time was second only to the Ford Motor Company. Find out how the company survived following the brothers' untimely deaths in 1920 after contracting the Spanish Flu. Hear why Walter Chrysler acquired the company and how Dodge products became a key part of Chrysler and FC Automobiles. Understand the Dodge family involvement with local establishments, including Meadow Brook Hall, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and Oakland University.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Auburn Hills Public Library

Registration is required to access the Zoom presentation. A link to the Zoom meeting will be emailed to all registrants in advance.