Places To Visit
While in Michigan take some time to visit the historical sites.

Ramsdell Theater
The historic Ramsdell Theater is located on the corner of First and Maple in the Manistee Business District. We invite you to experience the joys of the stage, symphony and fine arts.

Historic Downtown Manistee
The Victorian Port City. "A Step back in time" Historic Manistee's River Street. The downtown is a national and state Historic District. Victorian buildings line the street, which follows the winding Manistee River all the way to Lake Michigan. Along River Street, you will see small shops in historic buildings, restaurants, antique stores, gift shops, City Marina, bakeries and nautical and unusual gifts.

Riverwalk
A half-mile long Riverwalk runs along the Manistee river, past marinas, and under two drawbridges to Lake Michigan. Great Lakes' ships pass through the river channel, stopping traffic and giving onlookers a chance to wave at the crew as they see a huge ship up close.

Trolley Tours
Hourly tours of the City of Manistee are available May through September. Hail the trolley as it goes by, or at the terminal - on Memorial Drive. The tour will include downtown Manistee, and historic homes, beaches and Orchard Beach State Park.

Manistee’s Historic North Pier & Catwalk
Dating back to 1855, Manistee's historic North Pier and Catwalk are listed on the State Register of Historic Sites and is one of only four remaining catwalks on the west Michigan coast of Lake Michigan. Located at Fifth Avenue Beach in the City of Manistee, it is one of the most photographed and painted sites in Michigan.

S.S. City of Milwaukee
Construction work has begun on the largest maritime heritage development of its kind in northern Michigan. The National Historic Landmark vessel is part of a new development on the North U.S. 31 corridor in Manistee.
 
Summer Concerts
Enjoy the sound of great music and the beautiful view of Lake Michigan.

Manistee Jaycees Victorian Bandshell
All Concerts begin at 7:00 pm on Wednesdays from June to September. Walk the Riverwalk, park your boat or sit on the riverbank and hear a great summertime concert!

Manistee Shoreline Showcase
Concerts begin at 7:00 pm on Tuesdays at Douglas Park, First Street Beach Gazebo from June to August. Enjoy the views of Lake Michigan while enjoying the music.