About Us

The nonprofit YPSILANTI HERITAGE FOUNDATION is dedicated to the belief that one of Ypsilanti’s greatest resources is its wonderful historic architecture.

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What We Do

Through its numerous yearly activities the YHF educates the community about the philosophy and purpose of historic preservation and encourages public and private preservation efforts in the city.

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Become a Member

The Ypsilanti Heritage Foundation encourages both private and public preservation efforts. Join today and learn about what we have to offer!

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Dedicated to the belief that Ypsilanti's

wealth of historic architecture is one of its greatest resources.

News & Updates

Our Latest Public Programs & Posts

Heritage News

Heritage News

Posted by admin on May 6, 2013

Read the May 2013 edition! Learn more in the Heritage News See more Heritage News

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Heritage News

Heritage News

Posted by admin on Sep 11, 2012

Read the September edition! Learn more in the Heritage News See more Heritage News.

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35th Annual Ypsilanti Historic Home Tour

35th Annual Ypsilanti Historic Home Tour

Posted by admin on Jul 17, 2012

Sunday, August 19, 2012 •  Noon – 5:00 p.m.  Get tickets now!

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Before & Afters

Before & Afters

Posted by admin on Mar 10, 2012

See “before” photos and the amazing transformations of some of Ypsilanti’s most beloved buildings.

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Michigan Historical Marker Restored

Michigan Historical Marker Restored

Posted by admin on Jan 15, 2012

Commemorating the State’s Interurbans -Bill Nickels The Ypsilanti Heritage Foundation Board met in September to determine how the committed 2011 Home Tour funds and $500 donated by the Ypsilanti Convention and Visitors Bureau would be spent to restore the Michigan...

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January 18: Electric Railways of Washtenaw County

Posted by admin on Jan 15, 2012

Dr. Mark Hildebrandt, author of “Electric Railways of Washtenaw County” 7:30pm Ladies Literary Club 218 N Washington Street The program is free and open to the public.  Refreshments will be served. Electric streetcars and interurbans appeared in Washtenaw County...

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