Join & Support
Help Keep the Depot Open
For generations, this train depot was more than a building — it was a gateway to the world.
Families gathered here.
Soldiers departed from here.
Mail, goods, and news of the outside world arrived here.
Today, this fully historic depot is preserved as a museum so that these stories are not forgotten.
We are run entirely by volunteers, and your support helps keep the doors open, the lights on, and the history alive.
Why Your Support Matters
Every donation — large or small — directly supports:
- Preservation of the historic depot building
- Care of artifacts and photographs donated by local families
- Free or low‑cost educational visits for schools and families
- Public open hours and community events
- Utilities, insurance, and basic operating costs
There is no paid staff.
Your gift goes straight into protecting this irreplaceable piece of our town’s history.
Thank you: We wish to express thanks to all our members who donate money to the Flushing Area Historical Society in memory of a loved one or friend. This money is placed in a trust fund and the interest received helps with the expenses and operation of the Depot. The Historical Society is a 501 (C) 3 tax-exempt, non-profit Michigan Corporation.
Ways You Can Help
Make a One‑Time Donation
A one‑time gift helps us meet immediate needs and continue welcoming visitors.
Suggested giving levels (any amount is appreciated):
$10 – Helps keep the depot open for a day
$25 – Supports artifact care and preservation
$50 – Helps fund school and family visits
$100+ – Supports long‑term preservation of the depot
Become a Friend of the Depot
Our “Friends of the Depot” are community members who believe this history matters.
Membership donations help us plan for the future and show community support when applying for grants.
Friends receive:
- Updates on museum news and events
- Invitations to special open houses
- The satisfaction of helping preserve local history
Please print, fill out the information below and send it to
Flushing Area Historical Society
431 W. Main St.
Flushing, MI 48433-2035
