Local history, services, things to do, and more!

Front Row Center - A Picture of the Past
Wednesday, May 28, 1941 a new thrill came to downtown Traverse City when The Michigan Theatre opened its doors on Front Street. It was described as “one of the most attractive motion picture theatres in the state.” The Michigan Theatre was situated at what is now Front Row Centre...Click here for complete article

Grand Traverse Courthouse's Link to Memorial Day
Usually when I drive by the courthouse on the corner of Washington and Boardman Streets, I am checking to be sure my seat belt is buckled and that I am not speeding. More than once, however, I have taken notice of the larger white statue, canon and other monuments standing on the lawn. I have always wondered what the monuments were for...Click here for complete article

Grand Traverse Heritage Center - A Home for Grand Traverse History
The Grand Traverse Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving, promoting and presenting the history and culture of the Grand Traverse Region. Within easy walking distance from downtown in the historic Sixth Street neighborhood, it houses Traverse City’s Museum of History, along with the offices and collections of five more historical organizations devoted to our regions’s heritage...Click here for complete article

PARKS

Clinch Park, 231 E. Grandview Parkway, Lake, Picnic, Restroom
F&M Park, 716 State Street , Picnic Area, Play Equipment
Hannah Park, 200 6th Street, River, Picnic Area
Open Space Park, Lake, Picnic Area
Sunset Park, 635 E. Front Street, Lake, Swimming, Picnic, Play Equipment
Veteran’s Memorial Park, 701 Wayne Street , Picnic Area, Lay Equipment, Restroom
West End Beach, W. Grandview Parkway, Lake, Swimming, Picnic Area, Restroom, Volleyball

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Shopping and Dining throughout Downtown
Salmon & Trout Fishing at the mouth of the Boardman River Spring thru Fall
Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 6th Street, 231-995-0313
Museum of History: Tuesday: Friday noon-4, Saturdays 10-4 (June-September)
Archives: Mondays and Thursdays 1-4 or by appt.