The first of the Annual Fall Festivals held at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial described as a family oriented, fundraising event co-sponsored with the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. GPAA member, Corinne Dolega, organized the first and subsequent festivals for 25 years and was acknowledged in 1984 for her dedication and service to the festival.
For over 30 years, the Grosse Pointe Artists Association worked in collaboration with the Grosse Point War Memorial to co- sponsor lecturers and regularly supported the War Memorial with gifts, supplies, and donations.
