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Taylor, Michigan

Located in Wayne County, Michigan, Taylor was established in 1847. Named for President Zachary Taylor. Part of Detroit's Downriver community.

Founded 1847 | Population 62,000 | Peak 62,000 (2024) | County Wayne County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Taylor, Michigan

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1847 Township: Downriver community named for Zachary Taylor.

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1865 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Taylor.

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1968 Incorporated: Taylor was officially incorporated as a city.

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2010 Modern Era: Taylor continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1847 Government

Township

1865 Transport

Railroad Era

1968 Government

Incorporated

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

Named for President Zachary Taylor.

Part of Detroit's Downriver community.

Heritage Park has one of the largest paved trail systems in Michigan.

Taylor is located in Wayne County, Michigan.

Taylor was founded in 1847.

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