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Milan Michigan was established in 1831. The roots of history run deep into our community soil. But history, devoid of preservation, would soon be lost as we advance into the future.
Milan's City Council and civic leaders have placed a high priority on preserving pieces of Milan's history. Our children, though progressive in their education, must have a visual understanding of the generations before today. That is why Milan is active in preserving a few treasures from the past for public appreciation.
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Community House:
 Michigan
is probably most recognized as the world’s hub of the automotive industry.
It would be a good assumption that nearly every town in Southeast Michigan has
a statue, building or some other memorabilia that recognizes the car industry.
Within Milan are buildings from the Ford Village Industries.
Shown here is the Community House. The Community House was built in the early
1900s as a gristmill, and then was purchased by Henry Ford in 1935, when at that
time it was used for processing soybeans to make paint for Model Ts. The Community
House is located on Neckel Court and available for small group rentals. Contact
Parks and Recreation at 439-1549. We are proud to recognize these building as
part of “Motorcities” the Automobile National Heritage Area. Check
out their web site www.Autoheritage.org
Location: 50 Neckel Court |
The Old Fire Station:
The
Old Fire Barn definitely appears youthful now! The fire
station, once used as a City hall, City library, and
even a jail has undergone such an amazin g restoration.
The downstairs is beautiful with large windows, wonderful
lighting and comfortable chairs donated by La-Z-Boy!
As for the upstairs, there is the most beautiful view
of downtown Milan! It is being used as the Milan Area
Chamber of Commerce building and acts as a visitors’ center.
Here you can receive a packet if you are moving to Milan
and would like information on the events in Milan. You
can stop by between the hours of 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. (but
the times do vary) Monday through Friday. Also on the
lower floor is the Downtown Development Authority office
which houses information to assist businesses. Call 734-439-0404
for information.
Location: 153 East Main Street |
Hack House Museum: The Hack House was built by Olive Friend
in 1888. Soon after William and Mary Hack moved into the Queen Anne style house.
Their son James and his wife Daisy then occupied the house for 72 years. The
Hack House is now a museum and has been quietly kept and maintained by the Milan
Area Historical Society for 23 years, while the Milan Garden Club tends the lovely
period garden surrounding the buildings. There are open houses and afternoon
teas every so often and we would love to see you there. Call 439-1501 for times
and dates.
Location: 775 County Street |
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