Our Current Project is to
restore and preserve the Benjamin Drake Farmstead
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Oshtemo Historical Society
The OHS was formed in 2004. The purpose of the OHS is to preserve and disseminate knowledge of the history of Oshtemo and the surrounding area.
Our Current Project:
DRAKE HOUSE
A major project of the OHS is assisting Oshtemo Township in the restoration of the heritage home of one of Oshtemo’s first settlers, Benjamin and Maria Drake.
Information booklet available on site for $3 or as a free download.
Monthly Meetings
We meet from March through October.
Educational Programs – 4th Sunday of the month at 2:00pm-3:00pm.
General Meetings – 4th Sunday of the month at 3:00pm-4:00pm.
Place – Oshtemo Township Hall
7275 West Main St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Get Involved
Please go to the Membership Form and fill it out.
Dues:
- Individual – $20
- Family – $35
- Patron – $60
We Have the Power to Impact Our Future, and We’re Doing Something About It
In addition to renovating and fixing up the Drake Farmstead house, we have, with Oshtemo Township and other partners, created walking paths and recreational areas like you can find in several other Oshtemo Township parks. Oshtemo Rotary provided funding to match some State of Michigan funding to build a pavillion, where residents can have picnics or gatherings.
Happening Now
2nd floor restoration
The 2025 restoration project inside the Drake House will be happening on the second floor. The Master bedroom will be getting wallpaper. The paper was previously purchased and is ready to be hung. The unfinished floors of the master bedroom, the second bedroom used a museum room, and the hallway are slated for refinishing. To cover the cost for...
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Oshtemo Historical Society
The OHS was formed in 2004. The purpose of the OHS is to preserve and disseminate knowledge of the history of Oshtemo and the surrounding area.
The society supports researching and providing information about our community and its historical places through education and preservation.
Board of Directors
President: Kenn Livingston (pres@oshtemohs.org)
Vice President: Larry Oppliger (vp@oshtemohs.org)
Secretary: Irene Livingston (sec@oshtemohs.org)
Correspondence Secretary: Mary Anne Britvec (corrsec@oshtemohs.org)
Treasurer: Pam Drake (treas@oshtemohs.org)
Trustees: Kay Oppliger
Charlie Brock
Barb Adams
Newsletter: Carol Gray and Mary Anne Britvec
Drake House Tours: Mary Anne, (corrsec@oshtemohs.org)
Our Current Project
A major project of the OHS is assisting Oshtemo Township in the restoration of the heritage home of one of Oshtemo’s first settlers, Benjamin and Maria Drake. The Drake Farmstead is located at 927 N. Drake Road and is being restored for eventual community use.
In January of 2013, the Drake Farmstead was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Information booklet available on site for $3 or as a free download.
Monthly Meetings
Place – Oshtemo Township Hall
7275 West Main St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
The meetings usually consist of an entertaining and educational program, business meeting, refreshments, and social time.
Visitors are always welcome to these open and free meetings.
Membership in the OHS is open to anyone interested in history, education, volunteering, and community spirit.
No residency, special talents, or skills are required.
For more information, please contact us through our contact form on this page.
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Get Involved
Please go to the Membership Form and fill it out.
Dues are paid annually by January 1st.
General Donations are cheerfully accepted.
Please make checks payable to
Oshtemo Historical Society
Mail membership dues and general donations to:
Pamela Drake
4864 Forest Creek Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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