
Ludington Sesquicentennial Celebration
The popular tourist town of Ludington, Michigan will celebrate its 150th birthday (sesquicentennial) in 2023. Many events will be included.
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Spend a Friday afternoon and evening strolling around the galleries in the quaint harbor village of Pentwater, located in West Michigan. From 4-7pm on two Fridays, participants can visit the participating Pentwater galleries. The event includes refreshments and a drawing for a $25 Gift Card to any of the participating galleries. The Pentwater Art Stroll is organized by the Pentwater Arts Council and participating galleries.
Pentwater is one of the most charming villages in Michigan, and friendly merchants are happy to welcome you into their shops. Here you’ll find a wonderful variety of gift ideas for you or someone special. You can spend hours browsing these shops, or the numerous art galleries throughout town. Take a break and enjoy lunch or dinner at one of Pentwater’s restaurants. Some offer outside dining that overlooks Pentwater Lake. Or treat yourself to an ice cream cone and sit in the Village Green- sun or shade, there’s a place for you!
This small village creates memories for you and your family that won’t soon be forgotten.
Read the stories below or go to the Pentwater destination page.
The Pentwater River provides opportunities to experience a paddle sport for the first time or take on a challenge for those more experienced.
Welcome to Charles Mears State Park in Pentwater, Michigan. Lake Michigan beaches for great boating and swimming, camping, and family fun.
The village of Pentwater, Michigan has beautiful beaches and fun shops to explore. They also host many festivals and events all year.
Get some fresh air and exercise during those cold winter months when you hit the Pentwater Pathway for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Find artifacts, photographs, and lots of information and stories about the rich history of Pentwater at this historic museum!
The North and South Pierhead Lights are located in Pentwater along Lake Michigan and are rare pier range light systems along the Great Lakes.
Pentwater Arts Council
The popular tourist town of Ludington, Michigan will celebrate its 150th birthday (sesquicentennial) in 2023. Many events will be included.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Every year, the Mason-Lake Conservation District offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
Michigan has a public ORV trail system for four different riding opportunities–motorcycles, ATVs, ORVs, and scramble areas.
West Michigan boasts numerous museums to learn about the area’s rich history and to expand knowledge through activities and exhibits.
Hop aboard the Lake Michigan S.S. Badger Carferry! Take the famous cruise across Lake Michigan and experience the Badger and all it has to do!
Winter in Manistee County includes great outdoor activities like skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, ice skating, and more.
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
The Pentwater River provides opportunities to experience a paddle sport for the first time or take on a challenge for those more experienced.
Before you make a splash in Lake Michigan, check out the water temperatures for beaches from Manistee, Ludington, Pentwater, and Silver Lake.
A magnificent display of color; the Northern Lights can be viewed at the right time of year at the right place in West Michigan!
Manistee National Forest together with the Huron National Forest occupies almost a million acres of land in Michigan’s lower peninsula.
Take one of the most scenic drives in the nation as you travel across M-22 in Manistee County. A long winding road of adventure awaits!