The park was established in 1976 after the owner, Maryetta Kimmery, donated the initial farmstead to the City of Livonia.
The Alexander Blue House is a Greek Revival-style farmhouse that serves as the centerpiece of the historic collection.
The park contains one of the oldest surviving structures in Livonia, a mid-19th-century barn used for agricultural storage.
Several buildings, including the 1890s-era schoolhouse, were moved from various locations throughout Livonia to prevent their demolition.
The site hosts an annual 'Founder's Day' event that features historical reenactments of 19th-century farm life.
The park includes a dedicated historic chapel that is frequently utilized for private events and weddings.
The grounds feature a specialized garden displaying heirloom plants common in the 1850s.
Greenmead Historical Park is a 103-acre site in Livonia, Michigan, preserving the agricultural heritage of the region through a collection of restored 19th-century buildings. The property serves as an open-air museum featuring the original Alexander Blue House, built in 1845. Visitors can tour structures moved from their original locations to the park, including a one-room schoolhouse, a town hall, and various farm outbuildings. The grounds function as both a historical preservation site and a public park with walking trails and picnic areas. It maintains a specific focus on the rural lifestyle of the Michigan settlers during the mid-to-late 1800s. The site is managed by the City of Livonia and hosts specialized seasonal historical demonstrations. The landscape is primarily composed of open meadows and mature trees surrounding the historic core.
The front porch of the Alexander Blue House looking out toward the main park greenery.
Wear comfortable, flat-soled walking shoes as the pathways between historic buildings are largely gravel or unpaved grass.
Check the official city website for specific event calendars, as some interiors are only open during guided tour windows.
Bring a picnic blanket, as there are ample shaded green spaces scattered between the historic farm structures.
Do not assume all historic buildings are open for interior access every day; many are restricted to scheduled tour times.
Interior building access is limited to guided tours and seasonal events; the park grounds are generally open daily, but specific site structures observe seasonal operating patterns.
Respect the historical buildings by remaining on marked paths and refrain from touching artifacts within the structures.
