Farmington Winery

Farmington Winery is a wine producer housed in a converted Detroit United Railway Powerhouse building in Farmington, Michigan, featuring large concrete vats and a distinctive tall smokestack. The structure at 31505 Grand River Avenue has been preserved and repurposed to serve office and community functions today.

LaSalle Wine and Champagne Company operated this facility from the 1930s through the late 1960s, reaching a peak where it produced roughly half of Michigan's wine in 1941. After the winery ceased operation, the building was converted to office space while retaining its industrial architecture.

The building now hosts a farmers market where visitors and residents can buy local goods from regional producers throughout the year. This regular market shapes community life and serves as a gathering place for the neighborhood.

The location sits in downtown Farmington and is easy to access, with the preserved external architecture including the tall smokestack visible from the street. Visitors can come year-round to the farmers market and experience the historical structure up close.

The building's smokestack serves as a major resting point for Chimney Swifts during spring and fall migrations and attracts birdwatchers. This function has been documented by local media, making the site a destination for nature enthusiasts as well as history buffs.

Location: Michigan

GPS coordinates: 42.45640,-83.35770

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06