Farmington Historical Commission

Farmington Historical Commission Farmington Historical Commission was founded in 1973 to oversee the Historic District within the City

The Historical Commission was established for the following purpose: 1) to safeguard the heritage of the City by preserving the cultural, social, economic, political and architectural elements having historic significance; 2) to stabilize and improve property values in such districts; 3) to foster and promote civic beautification with emphasis on historical significance; 4) to promote the use of l

ocal history for education, pleasure and the welfare of the citizens of the City; and 5) to encourage the collection of records and objects which interpret the history of Farmington, and cooperate in the establishment and operation of a museum or other appropriate center for custody and display of such items. The Historical Commission, consisting of seven members, meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at Farmington City Hall.

Thank you Farmington for showing up tonight in spite of the heat!! The Founders Festival Pre-Party was a smashing hit th...
07/16/2026

Thank you Farmington for showing up tonight in spite of the heat!! The Founders Festival Pre-Party was a smashing hit this year!

We're already talking about how to make next year even better!!!

Big thanks to:
Farmington Brewing Company
Heights Brewing
Busch's
Farmington Fire Dept
Peggy Castine and her Historical display


Join us Wednesday for the Founders Festival Pre-party!!
07/13/2026

Join us Wednesday for the Founders Festival Pre-party!!

07/03/2026

We are celebrating the Country's Semiquincentennial (pronounced sem-ee-kwin-sen-TEN-ee-ul) this weekend!!!!!!

07/03/2026

Our new website is coming soon! ⭐ We’re excited to share that our new and improved Bentley Historical Library site will launch on July 16, 2026, featuring:

🔎 Even more ways to discover Michigan history

📖 Additional resources and help for researchers

🎨 A better design and a fresh, new look

Stay tuned, we can’t wait to share it with you!

Don't forget to set a reminder! ⏰Frontier to Freedom, the documentary from WGVU PBS and Manitou Films tracing Michigan's...
07/01/2026

Don't forget to set a reminder! ⏰

Frontier to Freedom, the documentary from WGVU PBS and Manitou Films tracing Michigan's history from 1600 to statehood in 1837, premieres July 16 at 9 p.m. and at 10 p.m. July 20 on WTVS!

Stream on your local PBS station and learn more about the documentary at

A documentary tracing Michigan from wilderness to statehood, exploring untold stories of its early history.

The Founders Fest Kick-Off, presented by the Farmington Historical Commission, takes place on Wednesday, July 15, from 6...
06/26/2026

The Founders Fest Kick-Off, presented by the Farmington Historical Commission, takes place on Wednesday, July 15, from 6–9 PM at the Governor Warner Mansion.

Enjoy a fun evening with free hot dogs, popsicles, and beverages, yard games, plus beer and wine.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and help kick off festival week in Downtown Farmington. Everyone is welcome!

The origin story of Michigan to celebrate America250. One time only at the Farmington Civic, noon on Sunday, June 28.
06/25/2026

The origin story of Michigan to celebrate America250. One time only at the Farmington Civic, noon on Sunday, June 28.

MICHIGAN MOVIE OF THE MONTH WITH FILMMAKER Q&A! The origin story of Michigan to celebrate America250. Frontier to Freedom is a historical documentary that unearths the rich and often overlooked history of Michigan, tracing its evolution from a vast, untamed wilderness inhabited by Indigenou...

Feeling More Hate Than Love This Valentine’s Day? Send Snarky ‘Vinegar Valentines’ to Your Enemies Like the Victorians D...
02/15/2026

Feeling More Hate Than Love This Valentine’s Day? Send Snarky ‘Vinegar Valentines’ to Your Enemies Like the Victorians Did

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