Courses

131 Bay City's Historic Architecture

Explore the historic architecture of downtown Bay City, including the three Albert Kahn buildings in the city.

Monday, April 27, 2026, Delta College Planetarium

343 Isle Royale National Park

Historian Matthew Daley explores the history of Isle Royale National Park, from its early Indigenous roots and ancient copper mining to its designation as a national park in 1940.

This course contains no sessions

380 A History of the Ottoman Empire

This is a three-part class offering a comprehensive overview of more than six centuries of political, cultural and military history that shaped the modern world.

February 2-23, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 222

381 Detroit and the World's Fairs: 1851-1965

Join author, photographer and historian Dale A. Carlson as he explores metro Detroit's significant contributions to seven major World's Fairs, from London's Crystal Palace Exhibition (1851) to New York's 1964-1965 Fair.

Thursday, February 12, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

382 Airborne Operations in World War II

Explore the daring airborne missions of World War II, from paratrooper drops to glider assaults. This class examines strategy, key operations and the brave men and women who shaped the outcome of the war through airborne warfare.

February 27, 2026 to March 20, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

383 The Korean War: The Forgotten Conflict

This course will examine the war's origins, key battles and major players, as well as its lasting impact on global politics and U.S. foreign policy.

March 2-23, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

384 Rome: From Kings to Caesars

Join Christina De Clerck-Szilagyi for an engaging journey through Rome's early history

March 25, 2026 to April 15, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 127

385 Before Jerry & Betty, There was Another Prominent Ford Couple in Michigan

Emma and Joe left lasting marks on both the local and national stages, their achievements would be remarkable today; but considering the times in which they lived, their accomplishments were extraordinary.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

386 A Look Back at 1913 Automobiles and Some of Their Owners

Tom Wilson, a Michigan history and automotive history buff, has had several vintage cars over the years. Wilson will showcase the variety of automobiles from the period and their unusual features, using illustrations and advertising.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

387 The Modern Middle East: Gaza and the West Bank

Gain a deeper understanding of one of the world's most complex and contested regions.

April 7, 2026 to May 5, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

388A&B Collaboration and Resistance in World War II

Explore the dramatic stories of resistance movements and collaboration across Europe during World War II.

March 26, 2026 to April 16, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129
April 23, 2026 to May 21, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

389 Living Behind the Iron Curtain

Alina Warner shares her personal experiences growing up in communist Romania, where she witnessed the isolation and hardships of life under a totalitarian regime.

Thursday, April 30, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

390 Age of the American Revolution

Join Jason and Christina Szilagyi for an engaging exploration of the birth of the United States.

May 20, 2026 to June 10, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

391 The Villains of World War II

In this class we, will look at those who were responsible for the crimes against humanity.

June 2-23, 2026, Curtiss Hall, Room 129

552 More Than Parks: A History of American Conservation

OOL (Osher On-Line) Explore the evolution of American conservation from the 19th century to today.

January 20, 2026 to February 24, 2026, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

554 History of Sicily

OOL (Osher On-Line) This course explores its pivotal role in shaping civilization-and why Goethe famously said, "To have seen Italy without having seen Sicily is not to have seen Italy at all."

January 26, 2026 to March 2, 2026, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.

555 The History of American Television

OOL (Osher On-Line) This engaging, video-rich course tells the story of American television-from its 1920s origins to today's streaming era.

January 26, 2026 to March 2, 2026, Zoom - You will be emailed a link prior to the start of the class.