The Frankenmuth Historical Association

The FHA is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization located in downtown Frankenmuth. The Association includes an 11 gallery museum, the ​Wolkensdörfer Log House, and Fischer Hall. The Association collects and exhibits artifacts from the history of the Franconian colonies, in addition to offering education programs, events, tours, digital learning, lectures, venue rentals, and more!

Museum

Our 11 gallery museum tells the history of Frankenmuth, from 1845 to the present. Learn more about exhibits HERE,
​and about artifacts HERE. 

Log House

The ​Wolkensdörfer Log House is one of the oldest historic log houses of its kind in the country. The FHA offers programs and events at the log house. Learn more HERE. 

Fischer Hall

Fischer Hall is attached to the museum and is open for rent! The large hall includes a full stage and lighting, chairs and tables, sound system, and kitchenette. Learn more HERE. 
The mission of the Frankenmuth Historical Association is to preserve, communicate, and celebrate the heritage of the Franconian communities and to promote a greater appreciation for local, regional, national and world history among the residents of and visitors to Frankenmuth.

Membership

INDIVIDUAL

$15/Year

  • 15% discount in the museum gift shop (excludes consignment)
  • Free admission to the Museum
  • A one-time-per-year $25 discount on Fischer Hall rentals
  • Discounts on educational classes and workshops
  • Newsletter subscription and annual meeting booklet
  • Use of library and free genealogical research assistance
  • Invitations to members only events

COUPLE

$30/Year

  • 15% discount in the museum gift shop (excludes consignment)
  • Free admission to the FHA Museum
  • A two-time-per-year $25 discount on Fischer Hall rentals
  • Discounts on educational classes and workshops
  • Newsletter subscription and annual meeting booklet
  • Use of library and free genealogical research assistance
  • Invitations to members only events

FAMILY

$40/Year

  • 20% discount in the museum gift shop (excludes consignment)
  • Free admission to the FHA Museum
  • A three-time-per-year $25 discount on Fischer Hall rentals
  • Discounts on educational classes and workshops
  • Newsletter subscription and annual meeting booklet
  • Use of library and free genealogical research assistance
  • Invitations to members only events

ENDOWMENT

$1500

  • Name prominently displayed on our giving tree
  • 25% discount in the museum gift shop (excludes consignment)
  • Free admission to the FHA Museum
  • A three-time-per-year $50 discount on Fischer Hall rentals
  • Discounts on educational classes and workshops
  • Newsletter subscription and annual meeting booklet
  • Use of library and free genealogical research assistance
  • Invitations to members only events

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Our Team

Heidi Chapman
Director
Ph: 989-652-9701 ext. 2
E: fhadirector1963@gmail.com
Nathan Seeley
Director of Education, Events, and Exhibits
Ph: 989-652-9701 ext. 4
E: fhaedu@gmail.com
Malcolm Cottle
Collections Manager
Ph: 989-652-9701 ext. 3
E: fhacollections@gmail.com
Jenna Swanson
Fischer Hall & Gift Shop Manager
Ph: 989-652-9701 ext. 1
E: fhafischerhall@gmail.com
Ron Greenia
Maintenance Manger
Ph: 989-652-9701
E: fhadirector1963@gmail.com
Chad Hitchcock
Collections Assistant
Ph: 989-652-9701 ext. 3
E: fhaprojects@gmail.com
Gift Shop Staff
  • Larry Bernthal
  • Vicki McClure
  • ​Ethan Baumgardner
Volunteers
Interns
  • Mary Neuchterlein
  • Rachel Ramirez
  • ​Katie Snell
  • Christine Budnik
  • Hannah Schafer
  • Garrett Lewis

Board of Directors

Christie Bierlein | President
Tricia Peyok | Treasurer
Jerry Kabat | Secretary
Margie Johnston
​Jim Engel
​Patrick Burris
Matt Curtis
​Jasmine Southgate

Reports & Policies

We Would Love to Have You Visit Soon!

Address

613 S. Main St.
Frankenmuth, MI
​48734

Telephone

(989) 652-9701

Email

fhadirector1963@gmail.com