Welcome to The Franklin Historical Society
FRANKLIN, MICHIGAN
The purpose of the FHS is to enhance the understanding of Franklin’s history, including its character and sense of community.
Visit the Museum
The Museum contains artifacts related to Franklin’s history about schools, businesses, government and people. Come over!
Take a Tour
We have several fun and informative tours for both kids and adults.
Scarecrow Invasion
A scarecrow invasion has come to town. You can walk along Franklin Road and experience it. Bring your phone, scan the QR code and read their story.
OR
Build your own! Build a Scarecrow is back on September 26.
Fun Franklin Fact
Super Farmer
Otto Berger, a farmer, raised 600 bushels of potatoes which he sold for 75 cents a bushel. Sold his rutabagas, 400 bushes, for 35 to 45 cents a bushel. This gave him $480, besides supporting a family of 6, all by his own work! A fair summer's work for one man!