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Fishtown, Under Construction

January 29, 2014 / Fishtown / Events, Galleries, Shanties
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Long awaited, much anticipated, urgently needed: That’s the best way to describe the rehabilitation project that’s been going on in Fishtown throughout this punishing winter.

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Winter in Fishtown

December 15, 2011 / Fishtown / Fishermen and Families, Fishing, Galleries
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Erhardt Peters Photo (Leelanau Museum)

Erhardt Peters was a prolific and talented photographer in the Ludington and Leelanau areas throughout much of the 20th century.

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An Old Salt in Freshwater Fishtown

October 21, 2011 / Fishtown / Fishermen and Families, Galleries, History
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George Cook, ca 1960.

We’re happy to share a few photos of George Cook, one of Fishtown’s most colorful fishermen.

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Our Fishtown Summer 2011 Video!

September 30, 2011 / Fishtown / Events, Galleries
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We’d like to thank the Academy… No, wait, we’d like to thank YOU!

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Joy Fishing

April 15, 2011 / Daniel Stewart / Fish Tugs, Fishermen and Families, Galleries
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Almost done for the day.

Experience what it’s like to fish in this gallery of Meggen Watt Petersen’s photos.

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trap net, whitefish

A Gallery of Fishtown Shanties

April 5, 2010 / Fishtown / Galleries, Shanties
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Fishtown facing east, showing the Leland Power House, ca. 1930s. Erhardt Peters Collection, LHS.

A collection of historical views of Fishtown’s shanties.

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A Gallery of Fishtown Tugs

April 5, 2010 / Fishtown / Fish Tugs, Galleries
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A gallery of historical photos of Fishtown’s fishing tugs.

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203 E. Cedar Street
P.O. Box 721
Leland, MI 49654M-F 9:00-4:00 (year-round)
(231) 256-8878
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Our Business Anchors

  • Leelanau Goods

    Leelanau clothing offers nostalgic, feminine designs, impeccably sewn with custom prints and natural textiles. Responsibly designed and manufactured in the USA....

  • Wislow Research

    Located in Lake Leelanau and San Diego, Wislow Research specializes in fisheries applied social science research....

  • Village Cheese Shanty

    The never-trendy, tourist-friendly, palate teasing, village cheese shop located in the heart of Fishtown....

  • HopkinsBurns Design Studio

    Since 1984, the firm’s Historic Preservation Practice has participated in hundreds of preservation projects involving...

  • Peninsula Vacation Rentals

    Peninsula Vacation Rentals is in the business of providing families with a place to begin their love affair with Leelanau County. This county has everything...

  • Bel Lago Winery

    Established in 1992, Bel Lago began serving wine on the edge of Lake Leelanau in 1999. Today, our northern Michigan winery is known for crafting...

  • The Bead Hut

    Unique handcrafted jewelry using Leland blue, Petoskey stones, beach glass, and semiprecious gemstones....

  • Big Stone Bay Fishery

    For more than thirty years, Cameron “Cam” McMurry of Big Stone Bay Fishery has caught and...

  • Leelanau Books

    Leelanau Books is a quaint, full service bookshop stocking a great selection of fiction and non-fiction books, perfect for vacation relaxation. Located right on Main...

  • Shady Lane Market

    Shady Lane Market is a one-of-a-kind, convenience store/gas station located between Suttons Bay and Traverse City on M-22....

  • Art’s Tavern

    If you know Glen Arbor, then you know Art's......

  • Long’s Furniture World and Mattress

    Long’s Furniture World in Franklin, Indiana, offers a wide selection of both traditional and modern furniture and high quality mattresses....

  • Haystacks

    Haystacks Brand Clothing and Accessories are designed, cut, and sewn at our Design Studio in Suttons Bay, Michigan...

  • Thomas & Milliken Millworks

    Thomas & Milliken Millwork has been producing quality custom moulding, doors and stair parts since 1977....

  • The Cove

    The Cove serves lunch and dinner daily. Call 231-256-9834 for dinner reservations....

  • Green Goodness

    An array of Earth friendly products for women, baby, body and home....

  • Leland Mercantile Co.

    Leland Mercantile is a full-line grocery store....

  • Leland Chamber of Commerce

    The Leland Chamber of Commerce promotes economic growth and stability in the extended Leland community. ...

  • Van’s Garage

    Shining as a gem from a bygone age, Van's Garage stands apart as a true original....

  • Tampico

    Sterling Silver jewelry is our specialty, featuring our Petoskey Stone, Leland Blue and Beach Glass & much more....

  • Two Fish Leland

    Discover authentic art, uplifting gifts and an uncommon experience at Two Fish Gallery, Two Fish II and Two Fish Stay....

  • Diversions

    As our name implies we are more than just a hat store. ...

  • Pete Miller, Attorney

    For twenty-five years Pete Miller has been representing businesses and individuals in real estate and business transactions....

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