Historically, Clarkston was the summer home of Henry Ford. You can view his cottage on Main Street, as well as the mill he built on the Mill Pond, which exists near the heart of the town. Depot Park is a small park located off of Main Street. It has a creek running through it and a jungle gym. It's beautiful gazebo is often used for wedding and prom pictures.
One of the first schools built in Clarkston still stands and is now called Independence Township Hall. One of the first settlers houses still exists as well. It was built in 1839 by Jeremiah Clark, one of the important founders of Clarkston. You can view this building at 71 North Main Street.
Clarkston's first and only museum is located inside the Independence Township Library, and features a variety of historical artifacts, as well as photographs and information regarding the towns history.
