The Grand Haven State Park is the subject of an informal program at the Tri-Cities Historical Museum. Come share your memories and learn the history of this local landmark and tourist destination.Lake property is considered a premium in today’s real estate market.
Believe it or not, sometime after 1910 the city of Grand Haven purchased 35 acres of lake property from Stephen Monroe for $1,000 to be used as a public beach. In 1920, the city of Grand Haven sold 22 of the 35 acres nearest to the pier to the state of Michigan for $1 so the state could use it as a state park.
No one would be able to purchase 22 acres of lake property for $1 today. But that real estate deal is a boon to residents and visitors alike who are able to use that lake property daily.
The Tri-Cities Historical Museum will feature the Grand Haven State Park as part of their BEST (Business Employees Share Tales) program at 2 p.m. Feb. 19. Present and former employees and campers, as well as those who like to frequent the state park for daily use, are invited to attend and share their memories of this 22-acre oasis that is a magnet for those who love the beach.
This free program takes place at the museum’s Akeley location, 200 Washington Ave., Grand Haven. For more information, call Nancy at 616-842-0700.