6/16/14 - The historic Livingston County Courthouse celebrated its 125 anniversary, featuring speakers, preservationist, classic cars, music and tours of the historic building. Several hundred people gathered on the front lawn to take part in a celebration of history and what officials said was strength, dependability and resilience. Livingston County Treasurer Jennifer Nash performed the national anthem, Boy Scout Troup #367 and Girl Scout Troup #42049 performed the flag raising and wreath presentation. The courthouse was built in 1889 by architect Albert French for $29,000, and listed in the National Registry of Historic Places in 1976. Martha MacFarland Faes, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer with Michiganâs State Historic Preservation Office complimented the people of Howell on preserving the building, adding it is one of the finest points of architectural expression in the state. An ice cream social followed the tributes and proclamations. (JK)
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