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2026 History of the Orphan Train Presentations History of the Orphan Trains Presentation March 31 @ 6pm Chesterfield Township Library 50560 Patricia Street Chesterfield, Michigan 48051 History of the Orphan Trains Presentation April 9, 2026 @ 6:30 pm Dowagiac District Library 211 Commercial St, Dowagiac, MI 49047 History Of the Orphan Trains Presentation May 11 @ 6pm Paul Sawyier Public Library 319 Wapping Street Frankfort, KY 40601 History of the Orpha Trains Presentation Saturday, May 16, 2026 @2PM Daviess County Public Library 2020 Frederica Street Owensboro, Ky 42301 History of the Orphan Trains Presentation June 17, 2026 @7pm Commerce Township Library (Oakland County) 180 Commerce Rd, Commerce Township, MI 48382 History of the Orphan Trains Presentation July 8 @ 6pm Sage Library 100 E. Midland Street Bay City, Michigan 48706 History of the Orphan Trains Presentation Monday, July 20, 6 p.m. Lenawee District Library 4459 W US 223, Adrian, Michigan History of the Orphan Trains Presentation August 3 at 6:30 p.m. Pentwater District Library 402 E. Park Street Pentwater, MI 49449 History of the Orphan Trains Presentation September 11, 2026 6-8pm Bullitt County Library- Central Library 740 Conestoga Pkwy Shepherdsville, KY 40165 History of the Orphan Trains Presentation October 23 @ 11:30 am Schoolcraft College 18600 Haggerty Road, 48152 Livonia, Michigan History of the Orphan Trains Presentation Wednesday November 4th 2026 @ 6:00 pm Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 History of the Orphan Trains Presentation November 21 @2pm Warren Public Library- Author Miller Branch 5460 Arden Ave. Warren, Michigan 48092 |
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REVIEWS
April 9, 2026
Sherry:
Thanks again for your fine presentation on your Orphan Train Saga book series. People came from as far away as northern Indiana and no one was disappointed. You kept a standing-room-only crowd fully engaged for an hour, and I appreciate how you took the time to answer questions afterward. This was a special treat for our little town that has its own claim to fame in the orphan train story.
Thanks again,
Tom
Tom Shilts
Director
Dowagiac District Library
Sherry:
Thanks again for your fine presentation on your Orphan Train Saga book series. People came from as far away as northern Indiana and no one was disappointed. You kept a standing-room-only crowd fully engaged for an hour, and I appreciate how you took the time to answer questions afterward. This was a special treat for our little town that has its own claim to fame in the orphan train story.
Thanks again,
Tom
Tom Shilts
Director
Dowagiac District Library
The St. Clair County Library System recently hosted author Sherry A. Burton who talked about her historical fiction series the Orphan Train Saga along with the real world history behind the books. Sherry was engaging, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the subject matter. She would be a great addition to your library’s programming especially if you want to highlight forgotten or under appreciated historical topics. One of our anonymous surveys even claimed “this was one of the best presentations I‘ve ever attended.” Joseph Turbok- Senior Librarian for Adult Services
Cedarbrook Senior Living
Rochester, Michigan Monday, June 2, 2025
For some reason I don't have a picture of this presentation, so I will share the facilities adorable diner with you.
Young at Heart Senior Enrichment Center
May 28th
Covenant Living of the Great Lakes May 28, 2025
Northview Senior Center Grand Rapids Michigan May 27th 2025
It's always such a delight speaking with this group!
Sandusky Memorial Library, Sandusky, Michigan. April 10, 2025"Sandusky District Library recently had the pleasure of hosting Sherry for a presentation on the history of orphan trains, and it was a truly outstanding experience. Sherry is a gifted speaker whose passion for the subject shines through in every word. Her presentation skillfully blended historical facts with human stories in a way that captivated our audience. We highly recommend Sherry as a speaker for any group looking to explore this often overlooked chapter of American history." Nicole Markel,
Co-Director Sandusky District Library
Aitkin Memorial District Library
Croswell, Michigan. April 9, 2025
Bullard Sanford Memorial Library, Vassar, Michigan April 8, 2025
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Brown City Library (January 2025)
"Thank you for coming to Brown City! I really enjoyed listening to you speak and heard a lot of great comments. You did a great job delivering and educating us on the orphan trains... We love your books! Waiting patiently for more. We would love to have you again.
Ruth Kulman, Director Brown City District Library
