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The Coney Island of the Great Lakes – Wenona Beach Amusement Park
Dive into the rich history of Wenona Beach Amusement Park, once dubbed the Coney Island of the Great Lakes. Discover its rise to fame, iconic attractions, and why it eventually had to close its doors. A must-read for history buffs and Michigan locals alike.
Probably the most recognizable artifact in the Wenonah Hotel section of our main gallery is the Princess Wenonah mosaic. It once graced the floor of the hotel, and was later found and salvaged from a cow pasture in Pinconning! It was on display in the basement of City Hall for many years, and is now part of the Museum’s collections.
CEN Bay City MI Circa 1917 Cars moving over Main Saginaw River Bridge Ship and Boat Building Operations and other Riverfront Businesses Harry H Hamm Card R69917 Unsent
Southwest Corner of Washington Avenue and Center Avenue in Bay City. The Shoe Market, owned by Robert Sherman, held the corner spot fronting both streets and on either side were the Ford Clothing Stores, owned by Charles K. Ford. Men's Ford was on Center Avenue (where the cars are shown) and Lady Ford's was south of the Shoe Market on Washington Avenue.
Bay City bars: A complete guide to every bar in Bay County, Michigan
Bay City bars: A complete guide to every bar in Bay County, Michigan | MLive.com
Julia Edwards Bell Tower
Julia Edwards Bell Tower at Saginaw Valley State University in Michigan
Westminster Presbyterian Church on East Midland Street Bay City, Michigan was originally called the First Presbyterian Church of Bangor it was organized in 1863. The Rev. D. B. Campbell was the first missionary minister to serve the Bangor area.