Free Fall Open House & Pet Adoption Day
When: Sept. 19, 2026, 10 a.m.
Where: 60 W. Wattles Rd. Troy, Michigan 48098
Free Fall Open House & Pet Adoption Day
Saturday September 19, 10am-3pm
FREE admission! Donations are appreciated.
Scroll down or click here to register for a reminder email for the event. Walk-ins are welcome and encouraged the day of the event!
Enjoy the Village free of charge! Tour historic buildings, try out our smartphone app, look for Cheddar the Village Mouse, or try out a scavenger hunt. Learn about our fun programs coming up this Fall.
Local animal rescues and related resources will be scattered around the Village including animals available for adoption! Find yourself a new furry friend or bring a donation for the rescues! Sponsored by Oakland Hills Veterinary Hospital.
Meet Our Guests!
Oakland Hills Veterinary Hospital
Oakland Hills Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned small animal practice that opened in January 2012. They have created an environment to ensure comfort for our patients, their families, and our employees in order to create an ideal environment to attend to the dogs, cats, and small mammals that you entrust to our care.
A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue
A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue is a no-kill, foster-based cat and dog rescue. They are a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity located in the Metro-Detroit area. All of the animals that come into in their care have been rescued from one place or another. They pull from high-kill animal shelters, they take in the sick, unwanted, aggressive, abandoned, abused and neglected animals. They place them in a foster home with someone who will understand them, rehabilitate them and show them what it is like to be loved again.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have accessibility questions, please click here to visit our accessibility page or contact us at info@thvmail.org and we will be happy to help!
- How do I become a Troy Historical Society (THS) Member? Click here to learn more about becoming a member and to purchase a membership.
- Do I need to register in advance? No, but we would appreciate it!
- What happens if I miss my time slot? Can I still come? Yes! Please do. Our last admission for 2:20pm which will allow you enough time to visit see the Village.
- I registered online, but I have friends/family that want to join. The more the merrier! They can purchase General Admission tickets in person when they arrive.
- Can I bring a stroller or a wagon? Yes! We have a paved sidewalk throughout the Village. You are welcome to take the strollers and wagons inside the buildings (each one has a ramp entrance), and we ask that you are mindful about the spaces inside when driving the stroller or wagon through. Changing tables are available in General Store restrooms, and we have quite spaces through the Village if needed.
- Will I be able to get around easily using my wheelchair or walker? Yes! The Village offers three accessible parking spaces in our west parking lot. All buildings have wheelchair-accessible entryways. Buildings are connected by a wide paved pathway. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are available inside the Old Tory Church.
- Will food or drink be available? No, Troy Historic Village does not sell food, nor do we have water fountains. You are welcome to bring a bottle of water, snacks, or a picnic dinner to enjoy outdoors on the picnic tables. Please note we are a peanut free facility.
- Can I bring my dog? Only service animals are allowed at the Village. We strive to make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable, so please leave your pets at home.
- How long does it take to go through the Village? The average time to go through the Village is about 1 hour depending on how much time you spend in each building.
- Does the Village close when it rains? No! You can still visit us if it is raining! Remember the Village is a collection of buildings, so we suggest bringing an umbrella to keep you dry as you walk between buildings, but otherwise you will be inside the whole time. We do monitor the weather and are aware of severe weather threats and will adjust our programs as necessary.
- How are Free Open Houses different than visiting during the day? Generally, Free Open Houses are very similar to visiting the Village during regular business hours except that it is free! We also open the Niles-Barnard House which is typically closed during our regular ours. Depending on the season, Free Open Houses may also include special programs like the Pet Adoption Event for our Free Fall Open House!
Parking & Directions
Troy Historic Village is located at 60 W. Wattles Road, Troy MI 48098 (northwest corner of Wattles and Livernois). There are two parking lots at the Village and you can park in either one. After you park, head inside the Main Building (the large brick building) to check in for your Free Open House visit. We will have green and white signs to direct your path.