Farmington in Oakland County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Farmington's First Post Office

Photographed By Joel S., July 4, 2015

1. Farmington's First Post Office Marker

Inscription. The original house was built on this site in 1825 for Dr. Ezekiel Webb, Farmington's first physician. Dr. Webb was appointed as Farmington's first postmaster in 1826. This house served as a Post Office, physician's office and as a residence for the doctor. The structure was extensively remodeled in the 1830's. It continues to serve today as a private residence.

Erected 1976 by Farmington Historical Commission.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Postal Mail and Philately series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1825.

Location. 42° 28.015′ N, 83° 22.603′ W. Marker is in Farmington, Michigan, in Oakland County. Marker is at the intersection of Farmington Road and Shiawassee Street, on the left when traveling north on Farmington Road. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 23925 Farmington Road, Farmington MI 48336, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Village Center (within shouting distance of this marker); Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, Inc. (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Farmington Masonic Temple and Farmington Township Hall (about 500 feet away); First Quaker Meeting

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(about 600 feet away); City of Farmington (about 700 feet away); Kirby White House (approx. ¼ mile away); Travel Through Time (approx. ¼ mile away); Gov. Fred M. Warner (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Farmington.

Photographed By Joel S., July 4, 2015

2. Farmington's First Post Office Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 6, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 700 times since then and 72 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 6, 2015, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.