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Lake Bluff Audubon Center

5.0 (2 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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The Dempsey Manor - Really cool nooks for display of artifacts in the dining room.

The Dempsey Manor

5.0(5 reviews)
3.5 mi

Stop what you're doing and book a stay at the Dempsey Manor. It's an old Victorian home that has…read morepassed hands a few times, and currently is a bed-and-breakfast, one of the most charming and cute that I've ever seen. Stayed here for one night during a Northwest Michigan nature getaway. Jan and Jim are both super hip kind folks that gladly take care of your every need or want. Jan was very accommodating with my vegan lifestyle and made me a delicious breakfast. The rooms are all decorated different, with lots of original and traditional Victorian decor. Lots of opportunity to learn about the history of the home, the prior owners, and the town. Plenty of literature. The sunroom is fantastic! There's really so much to say, but I'll leave it at-trust this five star review and book your stay here, ASAP!

I didn't get to stay here yet because I did t make a reservation early enough, but I still got to…read morego in for a tour. For a fifteen dollar donation I got to enjoy two hours of Jim's hospitality, meeting the cats and the talkative parrot Josefina - Jose for short. The collections are really impressive, the architecture is both stunning and cozy. I wish I could hang out with Jim and Jan for the whole weekend just learning about them, the house and the collections. I learned a lot!

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The Dempsey Manor - From the balustrade looking down into the foyer

From the balustrade looking down into the foyer

The Dempsey Manor - Foyer with the largest of the home's fireplaces. Jose on his perch chattering away.

Foyer with the largest of the home's fireplaces. Jose on his perch chattering away.

The Dempsey Manor - The Sun Room-so charming and cozy!

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The Sun Room-so charming and cozy!

Manistee County Historical Museum - Old cash register

Manistee County Historical Museum

4.8(5 reviews)
3.1 mi

Great collection of artifacts in a historic building. There are 4 rooms, yet all are full of…read morehistorical material. We spent about an hour. My wife's grandparents grew up in Manistee and we actually found records of their childhood and their parent's lives. Some of it is geared specifically to Manistee, yet a fair amount seems more history in general. Manistee has less than half the population from its' peak - and is interesting to see the bustle of 120 years ago.

Located  in the heart of Manistee in one of their many Victorian store fronts lies this almost…read morehidden specimen of Manistee County's History. A very modest entry fee of $3. The space doesn't seem that big, even though it is 4 rooms. However they have packed every square inch with artifacts. There really is a little bit of everything. From Cigar Displays to Elvis Presley. From a Victorian Sleigh to an old Drug Pharmacy. There's things from the 1880's all the way to the 1980's. This really is a must stop when visiting Manistee. I spent nearly an hour just looking at everything thing. I went around twice, because there was so much I missed things the 1st time around. My only minor complaint is: I wish there had been more directly about Manistee and especially the great fire. Most of the artifacts may be from the area, but it mostly doesn't tell about the area. Still I loved my time here. Overall a 5 star review! I will definitely be back!

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Manistee County Historical Museum - Cool game

Cool game

Manistee County Historical Museum

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Manistee County Library

Manistee County Library

5.0(1 review)
3.2 mi

Andrew staircases and…read moreladies As with many towns and cities, the first hint of a public library in Manistee started in around 1885 when an enlightened group of women decided the town needed a place where the citizens of the town could have public access to books. So they just sort of started storing the small collection of books wherever there was room but realized a more permanent location was needed. So in around 1903 the women get serious and managed to get funds for a library from the famous philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. By 1905 the grand library was open for business. The library was designed by the famous architect G Harvey in a cool Beaux Arts Classicism style. The building featured a grand and massive entrance as well as elaborate staircases and other interior detailing. The library of course has changed a lot throughout the decades and now has the latest computers and digitalized materials. However it still features the elegance and aesthetics of the original design. The library has friendly and knowledgeable people working there and a very logical and easy to use system to locate books or other materials. Lots of places to sit and read or just loiter around. A wonderful library that has a unique appearance and a spacious interior that allows the visitor to be comfortable while conducting business or research.

From the owner: Specializing in: - Internet Cafes…read more- Restaurants - Libraries - Children's Instructional Play Programs - Community Organizations - Genealogists

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Manistee County Library - Beautiful interior

Beautiful interior

Manistee County Library - One massive building.

One massive building.

Manistee County Library - Lots of space

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Lots of space

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