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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Z6O_cider-mill_Ann-Arbor-MI.html
Originally built by William's son, Fred J. Parker, to produce cider and vinegar. After the cider press was sold, the building was used for storage and to house a grain cleaner.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Z6L_grist-mill_Ann-Arbor-MI.html
A two stone grist mill was built by William Q. Parker for purpose of grinding feed and corn meal. Operated as a commercial flour mill from 1910-1956, it was restored in 1984.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Z5M_welcome-to-the-parker-family-mills_Ann-Arbor-MI.html
Starting a New Life
William Q. Parker and his bride Mary came from England in 1861 to begin a new life. They purchased land in Washtenaw County and by 1872 were well-established farmers. Here, on the ruins of the old Fleming sawmill, William buil…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Z56_native-american-trails_Ann-Arbor-MI.html
Centuries ago, Indian trails crossed the landscape of Washtenaw County. These paths connected Indian villages to fertile hunting and fishing grounds throughout Michigan. When settlers arrived in the County during the 19th century, these same trail…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Y9D_michigan-central-railroad-depot_Ypsilanti-MI.html
The railroad came to Ypsilanti in 1838. The inaugural ride was truly a distinguished party that included the 19 year old "Boy Governor," Stevens T. Mason and John D. Pierce, the first State Superintendent of Education. Their arrival on a cold Febr…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Y95_michigan-central-railroad-gardens_Ypsilanti-MI.html
The triangular plot of land along River Street was originally called "Cass Plat" in honor of Governor Lewis Cass. It later became a children's playground.
The Ypsilanti Depot Gardens were the pride of the Central Railroad Line. Mr. John Laidlaw…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Y8K_the-real-mccoy_Ypsilanti-MI.html
Among the many contributions to the Industrial Revolution few are more important than the lubricating cup, invented by Elijah McCoy. He was born in Canada, educated in Scotland and made Ypsilanti his home. As a fireman on the Michigan Central Rail…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Y7X_the-oliver-house_Ypsilanti-MI.html
Each day, many passenger trains stopped in Depot Town. Many hotels were built to accommodate the number of travelers stopping in the area. The building, known then as the Carr Hotel was built in the 1870s. It later became The Neat House, Lewis Hou…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Y3H_wood-shed-historical_Ann-Arbor-MI.html
[lat N42 11.965 lon W083 44.435]. The Pump House is the small, square, one-story structure. The two-story garage and apartment was attached to the Pump House when the garage and apartment were constructed in the 1950s. The well under the Pump Hous…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Y3D_carriage-house-historical_Ann-Arbor-MI.html
[lat N42 11.950 lon W083 44.425]
It consisted of four sub-units. The main front portion housed the carriages, harness, and tools. Horses could pull a carriage directly into the Carriage House. Then the horses would be unhitched and led through an…