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Dearborn, Michigan

Located in Wayne County, Michigan, Dearborn was founded in 1786. Ford Motor Company is headquartered in Dearborn, where Henry Ford was born. Dearborn has the largest Arab American community in the United States.
Founded 1786 | Population 102,000 | Peak 102,000 (2024) | County Wayne County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Dearborn, Michigan

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1786 Founded: Dearborn was founded in Wayne County.
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1893 Henry Ford's Birthplace: Ford born in Dearborn.
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1927 Ford River Rouge Complex: Largest factory complex in the world.
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1929 Greenfield Village: Ford creates living history museum.
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2000 Arab American Capital: Largest Arab American community in U.S.
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Latest News in Dearborn

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Students Trump Movement Takes Root Across Country
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Several States Reject Syrian Refugees After Paris Attacks
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Teen Warns Others After Getting Ridiculous 2000 Monthly Cell Phone Bill
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Complete Historical Timeline

1786 Culture
Founded
1893 Culture
Henry Ford's Birthplace
1927 Industry
Ford River Rouge Complex
1929 Culture
Greenfield Village
2000 Culture
Arab American Capital

Did You Know?

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Ford Motor Company is headquartered in Dearborn, where Henry Ford was born.
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Dearborn has the largest Arab American community in the United States.
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The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village are among America's most visited museums.
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Dearborn is located in Wayne County, Michigan.
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Dearborn was founded in 1786.

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