Farmington Historical Museum
Situated in the middle of downtown Farmington's historic district, the Governor Warner Mansion serves as a prominent Farmington landmark, a historical museum, and a great venue for good old-fashioned family fun.
Built in 1867 by local businessman P.D. Warner, the Mansion was once home to Fredrick Warner, Farmington's only Michigan governor. During his three terms (1905-1911), Fred occasionally conducted business and entertained officials at his Farmington residence, and the family often hosted parties and political rallies on the front lawn, earning the Warner family home the nickname the “Governor’s Mansion.”
Today, the Mansion is owned by the City of Farmington and staffed by a dedicated team of volunteers and local history enthusiasts. Stop by for a tour to see what life was like at the turn of the 20th century! We're open April - December every Wednesday and the first Sunday of the month from 1 - 5 pm.
Look for our monthly column, titled "Mansion Musings," in the Farmington Observer.
And watch our monthly TV program "Warner Mansion Monthly" here: http://www.ci.farmington.mi.us/Community/WarnerMansion/MonthlyShowSeries.asp
If you would like to obtain high-resolution versions of the Mansion or of any photos on our Facebook page, please send us a Facebook message (attention: Maria), and we'll respond within 24 hours.
