The Clarkston Community Historical Society (CCHS) is looking to build a sense of pride in the community with Clarkston stickers and decals for automobiles.
The idea originated from third generation Clarkston resident and CCHS board member Amy Wilson. The Holcomb Road resident got the idea from traveling to different Michigan cities.
“Up north a lot of the little towns have stickers that designate where they come from,” Wilson said. “I wanted to bring that to Clarkston and give us some prestige. I am very proud to be from Clarkston.”
The CCHS hopes the product will help build a sense of togetherness and pride in the community. The CCHS began selling the stickers at the Crafts and Cider Festival and according to Wilson, they are already beginning to show up on cars.
“I was driving down Woodward the other day and saw one of the stickers. We had some printing problems so we were not able to publicize this before the festival but we still sold a few,” Wilson said.
The sticker depicts historic buildings from Clarkston while stating the city was established in 1832. It was designed by CCHS board member Lydia Strnard
Both the stickers and the decals sell for $3 each. They can be purchased at the Clarkston Country Store on Main Street or at the Historical Museum located in the Independence Township Library. The money will go to the CCHS Museum.
“It is really a way to show we are proud to live in Clarkston and give us a sense of togetherness,” Wilson said.