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(All proceeds benefit the museum)

 

 



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HOUSE PLAQUE

These plaques, in the shape of the Ferndale shield, are green with gold lettering, and above the words “Historical Society,” is where you designate the year your house was built.

Made of cast aluminum to withstand Michigan winters. Size: 12"x12"

Note:
This item is not available for shipping. We will hand-deliver to addresses in the city of Ferndale, or you can pick up from the Museum.

Please allow 6-8 weeks processing time from the manufacturer if we do not have your year in stock.

This is a self install kit and installation is not included.

Our housing records come directly from The City of Ferndale. The date the house was built is the date that a building permit was issued.

To pay by check in person or by mail - please print and use the form HERE

SPECIAL OFFER: Plaque purchase includes a one year museum membership! New members only, offer expires December 31, 2024

 

$100.00
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Ferndale of Yesteryear
by Maurice F. Cole

First published in 1971, this book is not considered a history of Ferndale by the author, but rather a collection of of stories of persons who have lived in the area and of events that have taken place here long before there was belief that a city would someday be built. This book is filled with rich history and a great source of information on early Ferndale, people and places. (132 pages)

$25.00
Includes Free Shipping

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Old Timers tell it like it was
by Ferndale Historical Society

Realizing that a lot of the "Old Timers" were getting up in age, June Kotlarek, Ruth Elmers and Gerry Kulick took on the task of creating a book about the residents who lived in the area. This book is a compilation of over 100 stories as told by residents who lived and grew up here.
(273 pages)

$15.00
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Tough as Nails:
A History of the Ferndale Fire Dept. by Chief Roger Schmid
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The history of the Ferndale Fire Department is the history of Ferndale - told from a unique perspective. Captain Schmidt's vivid narrative accounts of the city's major fires: domestic, commercial, and industrial - starkly profile the firefighters and equipment that have been required to provide responsive fire protection and emergency medical services to Ferndale residents over the past eight decades. (448 pages)

 

$34.00
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Website Historical Pictures

Photos from our website are available for purchase.

8 1/2 x 11 - Glossy, Suitable for framing.

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Note: Not every photo is available for reproduction

 

$23.00
Includes Shipping
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CafePress
The Ferndale Historical Society has teamed up with CafePress to bring you a wide variety of items with our logo to help support the Museum and 100% volunteer staff who are dedicated to Preserving the History of Ferndale. Visit our store at:

www.cafepress.com/FerndaleHistoricalSocietyShop

 

 

 

Yearbooks

The Ferndale Historical Society does have some duplicate yearbooks to sell. They are $25 each plus shipping. Please contact us by email to let us know which yearbook(s) you are interested in!

 

 

Afghan Throws

SOLD OUT - THANK YOU!


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Historical Museum Coffee Mug

Enjoy this beautiful 11oz mug with the Museum logo in color on both sides and Museum location in the middle. Note: Dishwasher safe top rack only or hand wash.

SOLD OUT - THANK YOU!

 


Download a membership applicaton HERE
to print and mail with a check,
or buy online below.
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Unauthorized use or duplication of this material without expressed
and written consent from the Ferndale Historical Society is prohibited.

Revised: Feb 9, 2024