Farmington Hills

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Farmington Hills is a city in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It is part of the northern suburbs of Metro Detroit and is the second most populous city in the county after the city of Troy.

History[edit | edit source]

Farmington Hills was originally incorporated as a township in 1926. It became a city in 1973. The city's history is closely tied to that of Farmington, a community that was founded in 1824 and is now surrounded by Farmington Hills.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Farmington Hills is located in southeastern Michigan, approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown Detroit. The city is bordered by West Bloomfield Township to the west, Southfield to the east, Novi to the north, and Livonia to the south.

Economy[edit | edit source]

Farmington Hills is home to a number of major corporations, including Nissan North America, Bosch, and TD Auto Finance. The city's economy is diverse, with sectors including automotive, finance, and healthcare being particularly significant.

Education[edit | edit source]

Farmington Hills is served by the Farmington Public Schools district, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the city. The city is also home to branches of Oakland Community College and Wayne State University.

Culture[edit | edit source]

Farmington Hills is known for its cultural amenities, including the Holocaust Memorial Center, the only Holocaust Memorial in the State of Michigan. The city also hosts the annual Founders Festival, a summer event that celebrates the history and community spirit of Farmington Hills and neighboring Farmington.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Farmington Hills is served by several major highways, including Interstate 696, Interstate 275, and Highway 5. The city is also served by SMART buses.

Notable people[edit | edit source]

Notable people from Farmington Hills include actress Elizabeth Berkley, musician Eminem, and astronaut Drew Feustel.

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