Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm

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Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm

Located in historic Stony Creek Village. Includes the 1840 Van Hoosen Farmhouse, 1911 Milk House, 19
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Our Mission Statement:
Because appreciation of the Present is enhanced by understanding the Past, the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm interprets, preserves and collects the history of the Greater Rochester Area for Present and Future Generations.

05/28/2026

During Historic Preservation month, the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm shares images of our efforts to preserve our site – listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The best part about our story – it's open to you to visit on Fridays and Saturdays from 12 -3 pm. Explore two farmhouses, nine barns, a spectacular landscape, Stoney Creek Stream and all of our gardens as they come to life!

Please note that this Saturday, May 30th the Museum will be closed to the public as staff takes part in the Greater Rochester Heritage Festival - Stop by our table on Saturday or Sunday to say "Hello!"

05/27/2026

Thank you to our "rain or shine", faithful friends of the Rochester Garden Club who continually - year after year - keep coming back and making our 16 acres and award-winning Children's Garden a bright and friendly spot for all guests (and staff!) to enjoy! We see you, and we appreciate you and all of your time, talents and love that you pour into the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm!!

Meet these talented ladies at the Rochester Garden Walk on Thursday, June 18th from 10am - 5pm. Advance tickets on sale now for $16 (Day of will be $20) online at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rochester-hills-museum-31205740733 or in person Friday and Saturday from 12-3pm at the Museum or at local green houses: Auburn Oaks Garden Center, Bordine’s (Rochester Hills location), Fogler’s Greenhouse, and Piechnik’s Garden Gate.

Thank you to our generous sponsors for this much anticipated event: Dillman and Upton, Foglers Greenhouse, Green Meadows Lawnscape, Piechnik’s Garden Gate and US Travel Center.

05/23/2026

Notice for next weekend's Public Open Hours:

Friday, May 29th - Open 12-3pm

Saturday, May 30th - Closed *Visit us at the Greater Rochester Heritage Festival, and catch the Rochester Grangers 2pm match at Halbach Field.

05/21/2026

Historic Preservation Month – The Rochester Hills Museum Landscape

The month of May is celebrated as Historic Preservation Month in the United States and the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm has been preserving our community’s history for 47 years!

The Museum is located on the site of the Van Hoosen Farm – an area settled by the Taylor Family in 1823 and served as a family member’s home until 1972.

Most of our early efforts to preserve this site focused on the buildings, but equally important is the historic landscape that has been carefully tended for over 150 years. The family cherished their property and provided excellent documentation through photographs and by writing about their passion for the seasons and their gardens. Here are a few archival and current images for you to enjoy.

The Museum grounds are open sunrise to sunset, seven days a week, year-round. The Museum buildings and exhibit are open Fridays and Saturdays from 12 -3 pm with a guided tour of our Farmhouse at 1 pm.

Historic Preservation is alive and well at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm.

05/17/2026

A rare find - we have a few spots left for Tuesday's Tea in the Farmhouse. A unique look at history through the eyes of our Museum archivist.

Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985374693152?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/14/2026

May is Historic Preservation Month!

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in July, 2026, communities across the nation are reflecting on the people, places, and stories that have shaped our shared history. At the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm we are proud of our community’s legacy – and even prouder to protect our stories and buildings for future generations.

From preserving buildings and our historic grounds, to protecting barns and interpreting cemeteries, we are committed to preserve and interpret the structures and landscapes that tell the story of early life in Oakland County.

Our historic setting in Rochester Hills is more than just buildings – they are the window into the lives of our earliest settlers, soldiers, leaders, workers, and the families who shaped our community. Everything we do is rooted in local stories.

You are invited to be part of the stewardship of our local history – visit the historic sites scattered throughout our community, enjoy a walking or bike tour, enjoy a vintage base ball match, attend the Heritage Festival, and become part of something that is bigger than ourselves – as we all strive to create a more perfect union.

05/13/2026

Support the Michigan Museums Association, and a couple of your community's local gems via this online auction of Museum Experiences! This would make a great gift as well...

Address

1005 Van Hoosen Road
Rochester Hills, MI
48306

Telephone

(248)6564663

Website

http://www.rochesterhills.org/museum

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