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
First Dry Roasted Peanuts
In 1940, in a shed behind the Buel/Slade house, Samuel Buel Slade, grandson of Dr. Julian Buel, developed the first dry-roasted peanuts ever made. His business was called Franklin Foods Incorporated.