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    Historic Totem Village

    5.0 (1 review)
    Open 10:00 am - 6:15 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    The Made in Michigan Store - Coasters with a distinct Michigan twist.

    The Made in Michigan Store

    4.0(1 review)
    5.5 mi
    $$

    Celebrating Michigan through and through…read more Overall, this is a super cute gift shop that differs from the glut of touristy t-shirt & souvenir shops dominating the main drag in Mackinaw City. I came across this Made in Michigan shop, located in the Mackinaw Crossings outdoor mall, while on vacation at the end of the summer as I was shopping for something more unique, something that didn't scream "you've just bought a tacky souvenir at a tourist trap." After looking around for a few minutes, I could tell there was nothing tacky or "tourist trap" about this shop. Sure, they sold some t-shirts with a distinct Michigan feel (better quality than most of the local t-shirt shops dotting the street), but beyond that there were hand carved wood chopping boards shaped like the Michigan mitten, seasonings, dressings and jams all produced in Michigan kitchens, unique jewelry, artwork and toss pillows in a nautical theme, clearly a nod to Michigan's "Great Lakes" heritage, and plenty of DIY/upcycled home decor, including old Michigan license plates turned into wall hangings. True to its name, everything sold in this store is 100% Michigan made, be it artwork, pottery, glassware, home decor/crafts, jewelry, candles, soaps, clothing, food items and more. In other words, if they sell it, it was made in Michigan. I liked not only the concept, but the execution as well. This store did more than just pay lip service to the idea of selling only Michigan-made products by local artisans. It delivered on all counts, including quality, selection and price. Despite being a gift shop in a popular Upper Michigan tourist town and selling only handmade products made by some of Michigan's finest crafters, artists, etc (not a single commercial/big box retail item is sold in this shop), the prices were quite affordable, surprisingly low, in fact. Truthfully, I expected the prices to be much higher and I would have gladly paid for such high quality, original pieces, though I was secretly jumping for joy at how decent the price point on most things were. I picked up a dainty "upcycled DIY" necklace for myself for $18, some homegrown jam, fridge magnets (about $2 apiece), and a limited edition print (by a fairly well-known Northern Michigan artist). When all was said and done, I dropped less than $80. It's hard to spend under that just walking into any gift shop in Mackinaw City without buying anything more than a cheap t-shirt and some fudge. In my opinion, it was money well-spent. I believe there is an official Made in Michigan Store "sister" location in Grand Rapids that is open year-round that sells a very similar product line as well, based on what the salesperson at the register told me as she was wrapping up my items.

    From the owner: Our business helps bring Michigan to youread more

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    The Made in Michigan Store - Coasters and glassware showing off Michigan pride.

    Coasters and glassware showing off Michigan pride.

    The Made in Michigan Store - Michigan made candles and soaps.

    Michigan made candles and soaps.

    The Made in Michigan Store - A DIY lover's dream- wall art created out of upcycled Michigan license plates.

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    A DIY lover's dream- wall art created out of upcycled Michigan license plates.

    Souvenir Barn

    Souvenir Barn

    2.5(2 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    This place was pretty much the best thing about Saint Ignace and I think that's sad that a souvenir…read moreshop would have to take the cake, but it did. This place had all sorts of Northern Michigan souvenirs, from tacky and cheap, to kid friendly to plenty of authentic Native Indian merchandise and even some antiques, too. I picked up a couple of things here, average-priced for the market, and had a little fun actually sightseeing and looking through the bins of weird and odd lots, plus all of the antiques lining the shelves around the back and sides of the store. It's a big store, so it wasn't difficult to find something of interest. Some of the Native American-made souvenirs were quite nice, plus the antiques were a little intriguing. The owners/clerks were not too friendly, but they were polite enough, I suppose. I guess they get tired of being asked for directions and people rolling their eyes at tourist pricing. The best thing about this place was the view from the top of the building. Yes, this big old barn of a building sports a great view of the Mighty Mac from the Canadian side if you decide to venture to the top. My wife and I did that, along with about a dozen other tourists coming up to take in the view. We grabbed some pics and took in the scenery, which was really the whole point of coming here. Oh, and the view from the top is free. You can't beat free.

    The woman working here ripped the ticket off my item and then charged me double while I was…read moredistracted. I will never give this place my business again after their dishonesty and theft.

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    Souvenir Barn - Fire wood for sale!

    Fire wood for sale!

    Souvenir Barn
    Souvenir Barn - View from their observation tower

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    View from their observation tower

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