Not just to those experiencing a new or nostalgic favorite destination. To the small-business owners who rely on visitors for their operations to flourish. And to the locals whose lives are enhanced by the restaurants, shops, attractions, and experiences that tourism brings to their communities.
That's why we've chosen to capture this ever-growing vault of community stories — to shine a spotlight on the passion & spirit of the people who make our place.
Be transported into a magical, whimsical wonderland of sweets, treats, and nostalgic candies — and unwrap the pure joy found inside.
You can't begin to "Imagine" the musical, magical specialty beverage spectacle that awaits inside Beatles and Beans Coffee Emporium, where you can cozy in with a handcrafted drink while marveling at floor-to-ceiling Beatles memorabilia.
Get a peek inside the ballpark — Dow Diamond, home of the Great Lakes Loons, a Minor League Baseball High-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers — and see how love of the game brings together families & community.
Peruse an impressive collection of more than 200 works from the 70-year career of "America's public sculptor" and find treasured artifacts inside the Sculptor's Studio.
Take a journey to the stars inside an immersive, state-of-the-art Dome360 theater, your spaceship window to the universe.
Discover a dedicated gluten-free, nut-free, allergen-friendly bakery in Midland, making life's sweetness safe for all to enjoy!
See how Chef Tyler Frelitz revitalized a historic Chesaning landmark into a refreshing, modern American eatery with global flair.
Hop aboard with "Captain Chaos," Wil Hufton II, as he whisks you through the "Everglades of Michigan" on an ecotour of the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge.
See how a local environmental education organization in Midland is building connections between people and the natural world — across 2,000 acres of woodlands & wetlands, woven with scenic rivers & nature trails.
More than an arts & cultural hub and live entertainment venue, discover a nearly century-old, historic theatre in Riverfront Saginaw that serves as a space for connection & community.
Stop by Little Forks Outfitters at the heart of Downtown Midland and meet the seasoned experts who've been helping equip local outdoor adventurers for every trek, cast, and climb for over 20 years.
Witness as history takes flight at the Saginaw County H.W. Browne Airport — a historic airport that originated as a landing field in 1908 — now also home to the Saginaw Valley Air Museum.
Get your fill of inspiration as you travel our six inviting small towns through these stories.
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Get your fill of inspiration as you travel our six inviting small towns through these stories.
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