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We Are Fishtown Preservation

What Is Fishtown

Fishtown is a collection of weathered fishing shanties, smokehouses, overhanging docks, fish tugs and charter boats along the Leland River in Leland, Michigan. The heart of a commercial fishing village, Fishtown is where we can still see and feel a connection to the long tradition of Great Lakes maritime culture.

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What We Do

Fishtown Preservation Society exists to assure public access to Fishtown and to maintain its historical integrity, working waterfront, artifacts and stories through preservation, education and stewardship.

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You Can Help

Few places are as real as Fishtown. Here we can preserve a living link to a long Great Lakes maritime heritage, as well as to our own families and memories. We want to ensure that Fishtown remains alive for future generations. Your participation will make all the difference for Fishtown.

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Fishtown Preservation a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that preserves and manages the Historic Fishtown site. For more info and to donate visit:

The Art Shanty welcomes back Chris Schmidt of Stud The Art Shanty welcomes back Chris Schmidt of Studio 13!

A Leelanau County native now calling Houghton home, Chris brings together the best of two beloved Michigan places in his bold graphic artwork. Inspired by the outdoors, his designs celebrate the landscapes, recreation, and character of both Leelanau and the Upper Peninsula.

His work captures the places, adventures, and outdoor spirit that make these regions so special—from quiet shoreline moments to the rugged beauty of the U.P.

Stop in through June 22 to meet Chris, see his latest work, and maybe find the perfect piece to bring a little Michigan adventure home with you.

Can't make it this week? You can browse his work online at xmaticdesign.com
Tuesdays mean Emma has new blog entry! Emma’s lat Tuesdays mean Emma has new blog entry!

Emma’s latest blog takes a closer look at something we can’t always see, but that affects the waters we cherish most—microplastics in Lake Michigan.

After sitting down with water chemist Dr. Julie Peller, Emma explores the hidden impact of plastic pollution, the science behind it, and the small changes we can all make to help protect our Great Lakes.

From reusable bags and exciting new sustainability efforts coming to Fishtown, this story is a reminder that caring for our waters can start with simple everyday choices.

Read Emma’s newest blog and learn how each of us can play a small part in protecting the place we love. Blog link in bio
This is your sign to register for the 18th Annual This is your sign to register for the 18th Annual Fishtown 5K! 
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Register before June 18th to guarantee your t-shirt size!
Schools out and its time to FISH! #fishtownforever Schools out and its time to FISH!
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Don’t let the clouds fool you—Art Shanty is a litt Don’t let the clouds fool you—Art Shanty is a little brighter this week as we welcome back photographer and artist Jamie Vaughn of @scenehappy !

With a mission to bring more JOY into the world, Jamie’s photography and thoughtfully crafted creations celebrate the memories, places, and moments that make us smile. From stunning prints to colorful mugs, coasters, ornaments, and cards, her work offers a little piece of happiness you can take home with you.

Stop by the Shanty, say hello to Jamie (and her mom🥰), and find something that makes you SMILE.

Jamie will be in the Art Shanty through September 8 or online https://www.scene-happy.com/
Emma's latest blog is up and captures her adventur Emma's latest blog is up and captures her adventure out with renowned marine biologist and limnologist Dr. Harvey Bootsma and his team as they launched the Sleeping Bear Buoy, a weather and water monitoring station in Lake Michigan.

Read about her experience and the data these amazing buoys collect that tell us about the ecology of the Great Lakes! Link in bio - or- https://www.fishtownmi.org/?p=5607
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