The second exhibition in the Wayne County History Project features Plymouth, Canton, Northville, Van Buren, Sumpter, Huron Twp., and Belleville, seven communities that helped shape western Wayne County. Learn how Plymouth became home to the iconic Daisy Air Rifle, how Canton’s farmland and Henry Ford’s vision transformed the township, and how Northville’s industries and Stinson Aircraft put local innovation on the map. Discover Belleville’s growth along the railroad and Van Buren’s connection to historic Willow Run. From agricultural roots to aviation milestones and enduring local traditions, this exhibition reveals the stories that continue to unite our communities across generations.
The Wayne County History Project honors the people, places, and moments that built Wayne County’s 43 vibrant communities in six rotating exhibitions and an online history archive. Exhibitions will be on display at the Guardian Building (500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226). Presented by the Detroit Historical Society and Wayne County Executive Office.
