Aerial view of some of the Historic District neighborhoods. Photo by CV Media.
How new development might impact the Historic District
05/04/2023
Homeowners share their views on ways the city could change as the Historic District maintains its heritage
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People eat outdoors in Downtown Northville when streets are closed to traffic. Photo by Liz Cezat.
Downtown Northville is an anchor for historic homes
04/27/2023
A brief walk from downtown takes you into neighborhoods with historic homes and tree-lined streets
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A plaque of Olde Town in Port Huron, as an example.
Homeowners see benefits of survey, plaques
04/13/2023
Nearly all of the homeowners interviewed for the Historic District homes series said a plaque had value.
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Liz, John and Georgia Carter in their backyard.
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Georgia Carter plays in front of the family's carriage house.
Historic outbuildings in the residential area
03/30/2023
Long before cars were in general use, garages were built to store carriages and other items.
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Bill Bayley used to live at 132 Randolph and came back to visit the house.
Past owners, history and lore of today’s historic homes
03/02/2023
Former residents, new sections, new uses help historic district home evolve.
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Ray Bailey and AnnaMaryLee Vollick  in their family room under construction
The old meets the new
02/16/2023
Many homeowners find ways to add larger rooms while preserving the historic integrity of the original floor plan.
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Tall side windows of the historic home at 116 S. Rogers.
Year-round comfort takes work
02/02/2023
Windows help keep a historic house cool in the summer and warm in the winter
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Kathy Spillane stands near the hallway door leading into the family room at her Craftsman-style home.
Vintage elements blend with modern touches
01/26/2023
When you visit an historic home, look at the richness of the materials
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Window in the basement of the Barry home on High Street. (Photo by Liz Cezat)
Homeowners share stories of house foundations
01/19/2023
Elements of the original construction that are built to last.
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Mike Weyburne on his front porch of 226 West.
Introduction to the series
01/12/2023
This series portrays these treasured gems through the eyes of the homeowner.
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Marianne Barry and family dog Jake sit on the steps of their house on High St.
Finding a home reflects values and lifestyle
01/12/2023
So many of Northville’s historic homes are bursting with character and charm.
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