by Brandon Jensen | Jan 29, 2019 | Events, Local History
During the first week in March of 1869, Manistee was granted a charter by the State Legislature officially making Manistee a city. After the first charter election was held on March 15 of that year, a mayor was elected as were alderman for the city’s (then) four... 
by Brandon Jensen | Jan 29, 2019 | Events, Fishing & Hunting
Ten years ago Manistee charter boat captain Bob Guenthardt had an idea to Honor Veterans with a day of fishing, “I thought it would be a one-time deal,” Guenthardt said. “We could never have imagined how it has grown.”Every year the Manistee Community hosts Tight... 
by Brandon Jensen | Jan 29, 2019 | Beer, Wine & Sprits, Entertainment & Culture, Events, What To Do
Looking for live music and a place to enjoy a meal or liquid libation while spending time in Manistee County? Well, look no further because there are many places throughout the county where you can catch great local bands and jam along to your favorite music.The... 
by Brandon Jensen | Jan 29, 2019 | Events, First Time Visitors, Seasons, Summer
One of the most commonly asked questions in any community can often be, “What is there to do around here?” While the answer to that question may vary depending on who you ask, in Manistee County, it’s not too hard to answer as there are several events that you can... 
by Manistee Tourism | Sep 8, 2018 | Events, Featured, Local History, Uncategorized, Winter
Written & photography by: Andrew Allen Although its been a little over a week since the Sleighbell Parade, Manistee still glows with the warmth of the holiday season. You’d think being a northern costal town our biggest event would be in the summer, but every year... 
by Manistee VB | Apr 10, 2016 | Events, Fishing & Hunting, Spring
The piers at the mouth of the Manistee River are most often used for watching spectacular sunsets over Lake Michigan. But on one weekend in May in Manistee, at dawn and again at noon, there are spectacular sights of a different variety to be witnessed. In the...
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