Davison Area Historical Society

Davison Area Historical Society Welcome to the Davison Area Historical Society! Join us today and help our mission!

Since the City’s centennial in 1989, we’ve preserved and celebrated the history of the City of Davison, Davison and Richfield Townships, and the area’s early settlements.

📢 Final Opportunity for the Woolley Festival America 250 Passport Stamp! 📢Tomorrow, Thursday, June 25, 2026 will be the ...
06/24/2026

📢 Final Opportunity for the Woolley Festival America 250 Passport Stamp! 📢

Tomorrow, Thursday, June 25, 2026 will be the last day that the Davison Area Historical Society will offer the Woolley Festival / America 250 Animal Display Passport Stamp as part of the Genesee County America 250 Passport Program.

If you haven’t yet received this stamp, be sure to stop by the Davison Area Historical Museum (our City Museum Site at 263 E. 4th Street, Davison, MI 48423) between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM to add it to your passport before the display concludes.

Don’t worry if you missed this stamp opportunity! Two America 250 Passport Program exhibits will be available this summer:

🇺🇸 City of Flags & Military History Display
Located at the Davison Area Historical Museum, this exhibit explores the service and sacrifice of Davison-area veterans while showcasing historic military artifacts and flags. (June to July 2026)

🏡 Early Settlement History Display
Located at the Davison Township Museum, this new exhibit highlights the pioneers, families, businesses, and events that shaped the Davison community during its earliest years. (July to September 2026)

Visitors will be able to view these exhibits and receive their corresponding America 250 Passport stamps throughout the summer during museum open hours.

Thank you for supporting local history and participating in the Genesee County America 250 Passport Program!

📣 REMINDER: Pick Up Your America 250 Passport at DAHS!The Davison Area Historical Society is proud to participate in the...
06/23/2026

📣 REMINDER: Pick Up Your America 250 Passport at DAHS!

The Davison Area Historical Society is proud to participate in the Genesee County America 250 Passport Program!

Now through September 30, visitors can explore museums, historical sites, parks, and heritage organizations across Genesee County while collecting passport stamps and earning commemorative rewards.

📍 Passport books are available at:
• Davison Area Historical Museum
263 E. Fourth Street, Davison

• Davison Township Museum
10069 E. Atherton Road, Davison

🏛️ Eligible DAHS America 250 Exhibits & Events for Passport Stamps

🐴 The Woolley Festival & Animals in American History
Davison Area Historical Museum
On display till June 30th, 2026

🇺🇸 City of Flags: American Flags & Military History
Davison Area Historical Museum
On display June–July 2026

🌾 Early Settlement & Community Life
Davison Township Museum
On display July–September 2026

🎉 Featured America 250 Events

🌾 July 25, 2026 | 12:00–4:00 PM
America 250 Celebration: Early Settlement & Community Life
Davison Township Museum

Visitors may earn a DAHS passport stamp by attending one of our America 250 events or by visiting either museum while these special exhibits are on display.

One passport stamp may be earned per event/event display visit.

Passport participants can redeem completed passport books for official America 250 commemorative coins and prizes at the Sloan Museum of Discovery Museum Store.

For a complete list of America 250 exhibits and events, visit:
DavisonMuseum.org/250Events

Join us as we celebrate our community, our county, and 250 years of American history—one stamp at a time!

📜🏛️ Antique & Historical Items Available Through Donation 🏛️📜The Davison Area Historical Society is thoughtfully refinin...
06/23/2026

📜🏛️ Antique & Historical Items Available Through Donation 🏛️📜

The Davison Area Historical Society is thoughtfully refining its collections and though they are historical pieces, they are not directly related to Davison-area history and are being offered for a generous donation of your choosing.

Currently available:
• 2 Antique Sewing Machines
• Dining Room Table with 4 Chairs (Delicate condition)

Your donation directly supports the preservation and sharing of Davison’s rich history through exhibits, programs, and collection care.

Interested in learning more? Stop by and speak with one of our Davison Area Historical Society volunteer, message us through Facebook or send us an email at [email protected].

Thank you for helping us preserve the past while giving these unique pieces a new home.

06/19/2026

📢 News from the Davison Area Historical Society! 📢

Catch the latest updates from DAHS, including:

🇺🇸 Upcoming America 250 events and activities
🏛️ Recent basement work and display changes at the City Museum
📖 Participation in the Genesee County America 250 Passport Program
📦 Historical items and artifacts currently seeking new homes through donation

Stay informed and see how we’re preserving and sharing Davison’s rich history for future generations.

🏛️ The City Museum is OPEN today — Thursday, June 18, 2026!Join us this afternoon from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM to explore exhi...
06/18/2026

🏛️ The City Museum is OPEN today — Thursday, June 18, 2026!

Join us this afternoon from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM to explore exhibits, learn something new, and enjoy our community museum. We look forward to seeing you!

📍 Davison Area Historical Museum (AKA "City Museum")
263 E. Fourth Street, Davison, MI 48423
🕒 Open today: 3–6 PM

📣 REMINDER: Pick Up Your America 250 Passport at DAHS!The Davison Area Historical Society is proud to participate in the...
06/16/2026

📣 REMINDER: Pick Up Your America 250 Passport at DAHS!

The Davison Area Historical Society is proud to participate in the Genesee County America 250 Passport Program!

Now through September 30, visitors can explore museums, historical sites, parks, and heritage organizations across Genesee County while collecting passport stamps and earning commemorative rewards.

📍 Passport books are available at:
• Davison Area Historical Museum
263 E. Fourth Street, Davison

• Davison Township Museum
10069 E. Atherton Road, Davison

🏛️ Eligible DAHS America 250 Exhibits & Events for Passport Stamps

🐴 The Woolley Festival & Animals in American History
Davison Area Historical Museum
On display through June 2026

🇺🇸 City of Flags: American Flags & Military History
Davison Area Historical Museum
On display June–July 2026

🌾 Early Settlement & Community Life
Davison Township Museum
On display July–September 2026

🎉 Featured America 250 Events

🌾 July 25, 2026 | 12:00–4:00 PM
America 250 Celebration: Early Settlement & Community Life
Davison Township Museum

Visitors may earn a DAHS passport stamp by attending one of our America 250 events or by visiting either museum while these special exhibits are on display.

One passport stamp may be earned per event/event display visit.

Passport participants can redeem completed passport books for official America 250 commemorative coins and prizes at the Sloan Museum of Discovery Museum Store.

For a complete list of America 250 exhibits and events, visit:
DavisonMuseum.org/250Events

Join us as we celebrate our community, our county, and 250 years of American history—one stamp at a time!

06/16/2026

🇺🇸 Thank You, Davison Area Community! 🇺🇸

The Davison Area Historical Society would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for our 🇺🇸 America 250 Celebration: City of Flags 🇺🇸 on Saturday at the Davison Area Historical Museum.

It was wonderful to see our community come together to celebrate America's upcoming 250th Anniversary while honoring Davison's proud heritage as the "City of Flags." From the Model A Car Club and Classic Car show and automotive displays to Revolutionary War-era flags, military history exhibits, and ice cream floats, the day was filled with history, patriotism, and hometown pride.

We would like to thank the classic car owners for their participation, our volunteers who helped make the event possible, and all of our visitors who spent part of their day celebrating with us.

We are also deeply grateful to Fellowship Lodge 236 for their generous support of local history preservation. During the event, Society members were presented the first installment of the Lodge's commitment to support preservation efforts at the historic Dr. F. E. Woolley Veterinarian Building and the ongoing work of the Davison Area Historical Society.

The Lodge announced a total pledge of $5,000, including an initial donation of $4,000 with an additional $1,000 to follow. Their contribution reflects a shared commitment to preserving Davison's history, heritage, and the stories that connect our community across generations.

We not only share a joint commitment to the communities we serve, but also a dedication to honoring our Nation's Flag, both as the City of Flags and as the Brotherhood of Flags. As we continue caring for the Woolley Building and preserving Davison's history for future generations, partnerships like these make a meaningful difference.

Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, volunteered, and helped make this celebration a success. Together, we continue to honor the past, preserve our heritage, and build a stronger future for the City of Flags.

🇺🇸 Davison Area Historical Society
Preserving Davison's History for Future Generations

🇺🇸 Thank You, Davison Area Community! 🇺🇸The Davison Area Historical Society would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to...
06/16/2026

🇺🇸 Thank You, Davison Area Community! 🇺🇸

The Davison Area Historical Society would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for our 🇺🇸 America 250 Celebration: City of Flags 🇺🇸 on Saturday at the Davison Area Historical Museum.

It was wonderful to see our community come together to celebrate America's upcoming 250th Anniversary while honoring Davison's proud heritage as the "City of Flags." From the Model A Car Club and Classic Car show and automotive displays to Revolutionary War-era flags, military history exhibits, and ice cream floats, the day was filled with history, patriotism, and hometown pride.

We would like to thank the classic car owners for their participation, our volunteers who helped make the event possible, and all of our visitors who spent part of their day celebrating with us.

We are also deeply grateful to Fellowship Lodge 236 for their generous support of local history preservation. During the event, Society members were presented the first installment of the Lodge's commitment to support preservation efforts at the historic Dr. F. E. Woolley Veterinarian Building and the ongoing work of the Davison Area Historical Society.

The Lodge announced a total pledge of $5,000, including an initial donation of $4,000 with an additional $1,000 to follow. Their contribution reflects a shared commitment to preserving Davison's history, heritage, and the stories that connect our community across generations.

We not only share a joint commitment to the communities we serve, but also a dedication to honoring our Nation's Flag, both as the City of Flags and as the Brotherhood of Flags. As we continue caring for the Woolley Building and preserving Davison's history for future generations, partnerships like these make a meaningful difference.

Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, volunteered, and helped make this celebration a success. Together, we continue to honor the past, preserve our heritage, and build a stronger future for the City of Flags.

🇺🇸 Davison Area Historical Society
Preserving Davison's History for Future Generations

🌳 Future Event Coming Soon from the Davison Area Historical Society! 🇺🇸At last Monday’s meeting, the Davison Township B...
06/15/2026

🌳 Future Event Coming Soon from the Davison Area Historical Society! 🇺🇸

At last Monday’s meeting, the Davison Township Board of Trustees unanimously approved the planting of a Liberty Tree at Davison Cemetery on Potter Road. We are honored to establish this living tribute in such a meaningful location within our community.

Today marked an important milestone in our Liberty Tree project as the hole for the tree was dug this morning and the Liberty Tree was successfully planted this afternoon after its arrival.

This project is being made possible through the generous monetary gift of Michael Madden, a Lifetime Member of the Davison Area Historical Society. We are deeply grateful for his support and commitment to preserving and celebrating our community’s history.

We would also like to thank Davison Monument Company for their generosity and support of this project. Their willingness to assist with this effort with securing a dedication stone reflects a strong commitment to our community and is helping make this lasting tribute possible.

The Liberty Tree will serve as a living symbol of America’s 250th Anniversary, honoring the ideals of liberty, civic engagement, and the many veterans whose service has helped preserve our freedoms.

We are currently planning a dedication ceremony for this September, with additional details still being finalized. Watch for future announcements as plans and partnerships continue to come together to make this a special America 250 celebration for the Davison Area Community.

Thank you to everyone helping make this project possible!

📸 Photos courtesy of one of our Society members.

🇺🇸 We’re Open for 2 more hours — Come Join Us This Afternoon! 🇺🇸The America 250 Celebration: City of Flags is underway a...
06/13/2026

🇺🇸 We’re Open for 2 more hours — Come Join Us This Afternoon! 🇺🇸

The America 250 Celebration: City of Flags is underway at the Davison Area Historical Museum!

Stop by and enjoy a fun afternoon filled with history, community, and hometown pride as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and Davison’s heritage as the “City of Flags.”

📍 Davison Area Historical Museum
263 E. 4th St., Davison
🕛 Today until 4:00 PM
🎟️ FREE Admission

Enjoy:
⭐ Historic American and Revolutionary War flag displays
⭐ U.S. military history exhibits
⭐ Model A Car Club car show
⭐ Automotive displays
⭐ Old-fashioned ice cream floats
⭐ Pizza from Cottage Inn Pizza & Pub

Take a look at some of today’s photos and then come see it all in person! Bring the family, meet friends, and enjoy a great afternoon celebrating our nation’s history and our community’s traditions.

We look forward to seeing you at the museum! 🇺🇸

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263 E Fourth Street
Davison, MI
48423

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