Population406,211 (2020 Census)
Science Discoveries, River Trails and Market Days
Genesee County, MichiganGenesee County offers hands-on museum visits, historic village experiences and places to spend time outdoors. Explore science and local stories at Sloan Museum of Discovery, plan a seasonal visit to Crossroads Village, or follow a path at For-Mar Nature Preserve. Flint’s market and Fenton’s shops add food and browsing to the day. This guide also gathers schools, libraries, public services and travel contacts to help residents and visitors make practical plans.
Genesee County at a Glance
Population406,211 (2020 Census)
County SeatFlint
Largest MunicipalityFlint (81,252; 2020 population within county)
Established1836 (organized)
ZIP Codes42 ZIP codes wholly or partly within the county
Total Area649.6 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesI-69, I-75, I-475, US-23, M-15, M-21, M-54 and M-57
Area Codes810 and 989
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Discover Genesee County
Genesee County
Organized in 1836, Genesee County has a history that can be explored through museums, preserved buildings and changing community landscapes. Sloan Museum of Discovery connects local stories with science and learning in Flint. Crossroads Village preserves historic structures and presents traditional trades, offering a different view of everyday life in an earlier era. The county’s present-day identity also includes public markets, neighborhood businesses and a substantial park system, where river trails and natural areas connect people with places beyond the museum galleries.
Flint, Fenton, Grand Blanc, Davison, Flushing and surrounding communities have distinct schools, libraries and local services. Check school boundaries and library borrowing eligibility using your address. The Mass Transportation Authority provides several travel options, with routes and booking arrangements that depend on the service. County parks and cultural attractions offer choices for family time, but admission benefits, seasonal calendars and temporary facility closures should be checked directly before setting out.
What Shapes Us
Hands-On Learning
Sloan Museum of Discovery combines science and local history, while Crossroads Village offers seasonal opportunities to experience historic buildings, traditional trades and railroad outings.
Nature Close By
For-Mar, Linden and Flushing county parks offer different outdoor settings, with trails and recreation spaces that make a shorter local outing easy to plan.
Market and Town
Flint Farmers’ Market brings food and independent vendors together, while Fenton’s stores and restaurants offer another setting for shopping, meeting friends and discovering local businesses.
Find a fresh discovery around the next river bend.
Around Genesee County
Around Genesee County
Places, landscapes and community stories
Lead Story
Summer Nights Bring Greenfield Together
Music, food, and neighbors fill the courthouse square as the county summer season gets underway.
Read the Story June 12, 2026 • 5 min read
Around Genesee County
Stories from every corner of Genesee County.
Summer Nights Bring Greenfield Together
Music, food, and neighbors fill the courthouse square as the county summer season gets underway.
June 12, 2026 • 5 min read
A New Season at the Lake
Boating, trails, and sunny days return to the water.
June 10, 2026 • 4 min read
Festival Weekend Returns
A favorite local celebration returns this weekend.
June 9, 2026 • 3 min read
Main Street After Dark
Shops, dining, and music bring downtown to life.
June 8, 2026 • 4 min read
Five Hidden Stops Worth The Drive
Scenic places and local favorites worth discovering.
June 7, 2026 • 5 min read
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County Resources
Find the right local resource
Use these resources to connect with public offices, essential services and community organizations in Genesee County. Visit the linked provider for current details before making a trip.
County Government
Board of Commissioners — Official county office information, contacts and services.
County Clerk & Register of Deeds — Official county office information, contacts and services.
Treasurer — Official county office information, contacts and services.
Equalization — Official county office information, contacts and services.
GIS — Official county office information, contacts and services.
Schools and Education
Confirm school assignment with the district serving your street address.
Genesee Intermediate School District — District information, enrollment and family resources.
Flint Community Schools — District information, enrollment and family resources.
Grand Blanc Community Schools — District information, enrollment and family resources.
Fenton Area Public Schools — District information, enrollment and family resources.
Davison Community Schools — District information, enrollment and family resources.
Flushing Community Schools — District information, enrollment and family resources.
Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools — District information, enrollment and family resources.
Hospitals and Regional Care
Call 911 for an emergency. Regional facilities are labeled separately.
Hurley Medical Center — Hospital services in Flint.
McLaren Flint — Hospital in Flint.
Henry Ford Genesys Hospital — Hospital in Grand Blanc.
Public Safety
Genesee County Sheriff — County law enforcement and public safety contacts.
Genesee County Emergency Management — County emergency coordination and preparedness.
Michigan State Police — State law enforcement contacts and resources.
DNR Law Enforcement — Conservation enforcement and outdoor regulations.
Michigan local emergency management directory — Official county emergency management contacts.
Emergency Services
Call 911 for immediate police, fire or ambulance response.
Genesee County Emergency Management — County emergency coordination and preparedness.
Genesee County Health Department — County public health and environmental health resources.
Genesee Health System — Local behavioral health and crisis-service information.
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac — Official forecasts, watches and warnings.
Michigan energy emergency preparedness — Official utility outage preparation and energy emergency resources.
State Parks and Recreation Areas
Seven Lakes State Park — Regional option in Oakland County near Holly, outside Genesee County; check entry and camping requirements.
Trails and Outdoor Recreation
For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum — Burton nature trails and learning spaces; pets and smoking are prohibited.
Linden County Park — Walking, recreation and seasonal Clover Beach access; check current conditions.
Flushing County Park — Trails, playground and designated dog area; check back-loop vehicle restrictions.
Richfield County Park — Davison area paths, play spaces and Flint River scenery.
Flint River Trail — Trail connections through Flint and surrounding park areas; use the county maps to plan a segment.
Utilities
Providers and public water or sewer service vary by address; confirm your service territory.
Consumers Energy — Electric and gas services within its territory.
DTE Energy — Utility accounts and service information within its territory.
Genesee County Health Department — County public health and environmental health resources.
MPSC electric service area map — Identify the electric utility serving an address.
Michigan energy emergency preparedness — Official utility outage preparation and energy emergency resources.
Libraries
Gloria Coles Flint Public Library — Collections, programs and borrowing information; confirm current hours and card eligibility.
Fenton-Winegarden Library — Collections, programs and borrowing information; confirm current hours and card eligibility.
Grand Blanc-McFarlen Library — Collections, programs and borrowing information; confirm current hours and card eligibility.
Flushing-Phelps Library — Collections, programs and borrowing information; confirm current hours and card eligibility.
Clio Area Library — Collections, programs and borrowing information; confirm current hours and card eligibility.
Courts
7th Circuit Court — Court information, procedures and office contacts.
67th District Court — Court information, procedures and office contacts.
Probate Court — Court information, procedures and office contacts.
Friend of the Court — Court information, procedures and office contacts.
County Clerk & Register of Deeds — Court information, procedures and office contacts.
Driver and Vehicle Services
Official statewide services available to county residents.
Michigan Secretary of State — license and ID renewal — Review renewal options and documents.
Michigan Secretary of State — vehicle tabs — Renew vehicle registration.
Michigan Secretary of State — titles and registration — Prepare for a vehicle transfer.
Michigan Secretary of State — address changes — Update your address with the department.
Michigan Secretary of State — disability parking — Find placard application and renewal information.
Michigan self-service stations — Find a nearby kiosk and check supported transactions.
Transportation
Flint Mass Transportation Authority — Local and regional transportation; check the service, route and booking rules for your trip.
Bishop International Airport — Flint airport information; confirm flights with your airline.
MDOT Mi Drive — Road conditions and construction information.
Michigan public transit providers — Official transit agency contacts across Michigan.
Michigan transportation guide — Airports, bus connections and other travel resources.
Postal Services
Official USPS tools for local mailing and delivery needs.
USPS Post Office locator — Search your town or ZIP for nearby offices and services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Confirm the mailing ZIP for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold.
USPS Change of Address — Use the official postal address-change service.
USPS PO Boxes — Find and manage a post office box.
USPS package pickup — Check and schedule an eligible pickup.
Veterans Resources
Official statewide services available to county residents.
Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency — Connect with state benefits assistance and local support.
Michigan Veterans Trust Fund — Review emergency-assistance options and eligibility.
VA health care enrollment — Find enrollment guidance.
Veterans education benefits — Explore federal and state education programs.
Veteran Readiness and Employment — Learn about employment and rehabilitation support.
Veterans burial benefits — Find benefit and memorial planning resources.
Employment and Training
Official statewide services available to county residents.
Michigan Works! — Find the workforce agency serving your area.
Michigan Rehabilitation Services — Employment support for eligible people with disabilities.
Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency — Claims, account help and program information.
Michigan Reconnect — Check eligibility for community college tuition support.
Veterans Employment Services — Career assistance for eligible veterans.
Workforce education and training — Explore state training programs and pathways.
Make yourself at home
Practical answers for residents and visitors
County Questions
Know Before You Go
Find answers to common questions about exploring and living in Genesee County.
Sloan Museum of Discovery offers free general admission to Genesee County residents with proof of residency. Special exhibits and admission for other visitors have separate arrangements.
Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad follows seasonal and event schedules. Check the date, ticket type and railroad availability before visiting.
For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum is a pet-free and smoke-free facility. Review its visitor rules and program calendar before planning your outing.
Linden County Park and Flushing County Park offer free ordinary admission. Rentals and special activities are separate, and facilities may have seasonal restrictions.
SHIFT lists its current shop at 409 South Leroy Street in Fenton. Use that location rather than older references to its Flint storefront.
Honcho Fuego is the current restaurant. Check its kitchen schedule and seasonal rooftop availability before your visit.
Flint Farmers’ Market publishes market days and vendor information. Confirm the operating calendar rather than assuming all vendors open every day.
Genesee District Library locations currently lists Linden as temporarily closed, with holds available at Fenton-Winegarden. Check for reopening updates.
Flint Mass Transportation Authority explains local routes and other services. Confirm the correct service, pickup arrangements and fare for your journey.
Hurley Medical Center, McLaren Flint and Henry Ford Genesys Hospital provide local hospital contacts. Call 911 for an emergency.
Flint River Trail is included in the county’s trail guide. Choose a suitable segment and check current access information before heading out.
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My Local Guide
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Kids’ Fun
- Sloan Museum of Discovery — Hands-on science and local history in Flint; general admission is free for county residents with proof, with special exhibits separate.
- Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad — Historic village and railroad experiences on a seasonal ticketed schedule.
- For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum — Burton nature trails and learning spaces; pets and smoking are prohibited.
Restaurants
- Flint Crepe Company — Sweet and savory crepes and coffee in downtown Flint.
- The Laundry — Dining in downtown Fenton; review current menus and seating arrangements.
- Honcho Fuego — Dining in Fenton’s former firehouse; check current kitchen and seasonal rooftop hours.
Shopping & Retail
- Flint Farmers’ Market — Indoor market vendors, food and gifts; check market days before visiting.
- The Iron Grate — Home goods, gifts and accessories in downtown Fenton.
- Eclections — Clothing, footwear and gifts on North Fenway Drive in Fenton.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Eclections — Clothing, footwear and gifts on North Fenway Drive in Fenton.
- SHIFT — Clothing and accessories at the current Fenton location on South Leroy Street.
- Bear Necessities — Mott Community College — College apparel and related merchandise in Flint; check campus store hours.
Outdoor Fun
- For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum — Burton nature trails and learning spaces; pets and smoking are prohibited.
- Linden County Park — Walking, recreation and seasonal Clover Beach access; check current conditions.
- Richfield County Park — Davison area paths, play spaces and Flint River scenery.
Free Things To Do
- For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum — Free ordinary park admission; rentals, special programs and other separately priced activities are excluded.
- Linden County Park — Free ordinary park admission; rentals, special programs and other separately priced activities are excluded.
- Flushing County Park — Free ordinary park admission; rentals, special programs and other separately priced activities are excluded.
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