Our Communities
Four County Community Foundation provides services to the villages and cities of Almont, Armada, Capac, Dryden, Imlay City, Metamora and Romeo, Michigan. We have gathered historical pictures of each downtown, such as the one to the right, and have featured them throughout the web site.
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Almont (at right) | Armada | Capac | Dryden
Imlay City | Metamora | Romeo
We've also included a question about each community, with answers listed below.
Historic Quiz
Almont
How did Almont get its name?
Armada
In 1878, the first graduating class of Armada high had how many members?
Capac
What caused the damage or destruction of 43 buildings in the lates 1800s?
Dryden
Why were rags donated to the Dryden Ladies Library Association in the late 1800s?
Imlay City
What was the name of the building pictured to the right, prior to becoming the Deluxe Theater?
Metamora
What was the meaning of the Indian name Metamora? Clue: it's been the motto for many years.
Romeo
What was the first use of the current Masonic temple located at 231 N. Main?
Answers
Almont: From the Mexican General Juan Almonte
Armada: One- Bert C. Preston
Capac: A tornado
Dryden: to make a carpet for new Ladies Library Hall
Metamora: Among the hills
Imlay City: The Bancroft Hotel
Romeo: Gray's Opera House and shops
