
Thanks for celebrating and sharing our history
Since its founding in 1967, the people of our community have supported the Flat River Historical Society and Museum by donating funds and artifacts, supplying materials and workmanship for projects, attending events and bringing their family and friends to discover our local history, past and present. Our future success depends on your continuing support.


"Bridging the Generations" Capital Campaign
In 2018-2019, with a matching grant challenge from the Greenville Area Community Foundation, we embarked on a capital campaign. The generous support from businesses and individuals in our area helped us surpass our goal to enhance our property and exhibits, both inside and out, so our museum can be a place where people enjoy history as they see how our community began and became what it is today.
Thanks to these generous donors during our “Bridging the Generations” capital campaign:
Matching Grant $150,000:
Greenville Area Community Foundation
Gifts of $10,000 or more:
Meijer Foundation, Linda Stafford, Byron and Dee Cook, Isabella Bank, Mike and Becky Hudson, Harriette Cook, Keith and Jean Hudson, The Lothian Family, Michael and Theresa Stafford
Gifts of $5,000-$9,999
Rob and Susan Stafford, Bill and Peggy Ham
Gifts of $1,000-$4,999
Marshall and Robin Walter, Bill and Carolyn Garlick, Ken and Judy Gager, Marilyn Ferguson, Dick and Joan Ellafrits, Elenbaas Steel, Steve and Ann Elenbaas, Dr. Gerald and Mary Ellen Tovatt, Blaine and Judy Kading, Dean Schrader, Tim and Amy O’Brien, Bob and Marilyn Sowerby, Don and Julie Momber, Dwight and Jan Wheelock, Dr. John and Kimberlee O’Donald, Larry and Karen Carbonelli, Larry Alman, Julie Ellafrits, Dr. Gary and Lois Hauck.
Additional donors include
And all who bought tickets or donated in any way.
We appreciate your support and look forward to celebrating our success with you!
Your continuing support is SO appreciated!