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B AT T L E C R E E K
MARSHALL - ALBION
CALHOUN COUNTY
VISITORS GUIDE 2015-16
Downtown Battle Creek
Bohm Theatre, Albion
Feed The Giraffes! pg 14
Our Cereal History pg 43
Historic Bridge Park pg 49
Easy Golf Getaways pg 53
And much, much more!
Schuler’s Restaurant &
Marshall Carriage Tours,
Marshall
Brooks Fountain, Marshall
Calhoun County Trailway
www.battlecreekvisitors.org
34 W. Jackson Street, Battle Creek
(800) 397-2240 • (269) 962-2240
Schuler Arts, Albion
Binder Park Zoo, Battle Creek
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What’s Inside?
Our Communities
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Welcome to Calhoun County!
Family Fun
What do you like to do?
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This Visitors Guide is arranged to help you
plan your perfect getaway.
Look through your favorite sections to
discover the hidden treasures found throughout
Calhoun County, then mark the places you
want to see for yourself.
Culture & Events
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Albion College
Foodies
& Beer Lovers
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Maps
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No matter what you choose, we
are sure your visit will be full of
memory-making good times!
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Luxury Lodging
32-34
For more visitor information,
travel ideas, and souvenirs,
please visit us!
Our county offers something for
everyone - from cities to villages,
world-renowned music to historical
sites, well-groomed nature trails
to a casino, and mouth-watering food
to a multitude of sporting choices…
History Buffs
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Shopping
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Nature Lovers
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34 W. Jackson Street, Battle Creek
(800) 397-2240 • (269) 962-2240
The Calhoun County Visitors Bureau
is here to help you!
Did you know?
Car & Sports Fans
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Breakfast cereal was invented in Battle Creek and at one time there
were over 100 cereal companies in the city. Kellogg, Post and Ralston Foods still manufacture breakfast cereal here.
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FireKeepers Casino Battle CreeK
Quality Inn & Suites Next To The Casino
11081 E Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-3000 • Fax (269) 963-9915
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With 242 luxurious suites and
stylish rooms, a wide variety
of dining options, headliner
entertainment and a world-class
casino with over 2,900 thrilling
slots and 70 live table games,
the possibilities are endless.
So there’s only one thing to do.
Everything.
HOW WILL YOU GET YOUR VEGAS ON?
Visit FireKeepersCasinoHotel.com
or call 877.FKC.8777.
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BC FESTIVALS 1/2
TIBBITS 1/4
Dates are subject to change. Visit www.bcfestivals.com for 2016 dates and more information.
Or contact, Deborah Owens, Festival Manager
Phone: (269) 420-4031 or Email: [email protected]
The place for great
entertainment all year long.
Visit the historic theatre to
experience the fun.
Welcome to Battle Creek!
Battle Creek Unlimited facilitates
regional wealth creation through human,
economic, and community development,
by stimulating a diverse civic culture,
fostering new ideas, organizational
models, and healthy lifestyles.
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Professional Theatre • Concerts • Family Shows • So Much More
269.962.7526
bcunlimited.org
downtownbattlecreek.com
welcometobattlecreek.com
14 S. Hanchett Street • Coldwater, MI 49036
(517) 278-6029 • www.Tibbits.org
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Battle Creek
When it comes to good family fun, Battle Creek
brings more to the breakfast table!
Known as the “Cereal Capital of the World,” Battle
Creek celebrates its heritage in a variety of entertaining
and enjoyable ways. The Cereal Festival is celebrated
in June and features the World’s Longest Breakfast
Table, which is followed by an entire day of activities
and events that draw thousands of participants each year.
Are you interested in history? Enjoy a sculpture,
monument or museum to find out more about Battle
Creek’s role on the Underground Railroad, as the
birthplace of the Seventh Day Adventist religion, or
other interesting facts that make Battle Creek a unique
place to visit.
Are you looking for family fun? Events take flight
early in July with the Field of Flight Air Show and
Balloon Festival, featuring hot air balloon launches
and plane demonstrations. Later in July head to Leila
Arboretum for the Leilapalooza Music Festival - over 30 bands take the stage throughout the day from a variety of genres.
Want to play outside? Bailey Park, a facility
that hosts some of the finest baseball and softball
tournaments, is the perfect place to enjoy a leisurely
picnic or to release some energy on the playground
equipment. Bike, run, walk or blade along the Linear
Park pathways that wind throughout the Battle Creek
area and enjoy the great outdoors.
Plan on taking some breathtaking pictures at Historic
Bridge Park, an open air museum filled with historic
truss bridges brought here from all over Michigan,
paired with a canoe launch, picnic area, walking trails
and restroom facilities.
Feed the giraffes at Binder Park Zoo - named one
of “America’s Best Zoos”, test your Lady Luck at
FireKeepers Casino, or keep cool at Full Blast, an
indoor/outdoor water park complete with two 200-foot outdoor water slides and two 100-foot indoor
water slides.
In Battle Creek fun is served up by the bowlful!
Cereal Festival Parade, Battle Creek
Leilapalooza, Battle Creek
Battle Creek River, Downtown Battle Creek
Worlds Longest Breakfast Table, Battle Creek
Binder Park Zoo, Battle Creek
Did you know?
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Two surveyors were working near present day Battle Creek when two Native Americans
allegedly attempted to steal some camp provisions and a fight broke out. Due to this incident, the nearby stream
was named the Battle Creek River, and the settlement later voted to name the town Battle Creek as well.
Our
Marshall
Welcome to Marshall, a National Historic
Landmark District where time stands still along treelined streets that showcase fully-restored Victorian
homes and beautiful garden landscapes.
Visitors first notice the grand, white pillared
Brooks Memorial Fountain at the center of town
- built in 1930 and designed as a replica of Marie
Antoinette’s “Temple of Love” garden fountain in
Versailles. The fountain features a fascinating light
and water show during the summer months.
Take a carriage ride to explore the rich history of
this idyllic setting, or pick up a brochure for a selfguided walking tour. More adventurous souls can
sign up for a Marshall Ghost Tour - a guided tour
filled with intriguing tales of haunted mansions. Learn
even more history of the area by participating in the
very popular Marshall Historic Home Tour, which
has opened local homes and museums to visitors every
September for over 50 years. If you dress in period
clothing, you can participate in the Civil War Ball that
same weekend, or you can watch the dancing from the
sidelines in your street clothes.
Communities
Downtown Marshall offers a
variety of shops filled with one-of-a-kind
treasures and fascinating items to discover. You will
want to stop by the Serendipity Gift Shop and the
EastEnd Studio & Gallery for some truly unique gifts
and keepsakes. The bustling downtown area serves as a
testament to the passion of a community that keeps this
historic gem thriving.
Enjoy a taste of Marshall at one of its family-owned
restaurants, including Schuler’s Restaurant & Pub
which has been serving guests from around the country
for over 100 years, and Cornwell’s Turkeyville USA
which boasts a professional dinner theatre and serves
everything turkey! For the micro-brew fan, Dark Horse
Brewing Company takes the mug with its awardwinning brews and tasty wood-fired pizzas.
Marshall also features a variety of museums, like the
U.S. Postal Museum that houses just about as much
postal memorabilia as the Smithsonian, and the worldrenowned American Museum of Magic. Marshall is a
community of small-town charm where you are always welcome!
Downtown Marshall
4th of July Chicken BBQ
in front of Honolulu House, Marshall
Marshall Carriage Tours and
Schuler’s Restaurant, Marshall
Brooks Memorial Fountain, Marshall
Did you know?
Marshall has so many examples of 19th century architecture that it is a National Historic Landmark District.
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Our Communities
Albion
Nestled between the bustling cities of Kalamazoo,
Ann Arbor and Lansing, Albion offers visitors open
air and a cornucopia of fun. Albion can be explored on
foot, by kayak or canoe, or by bicycle. Everything you
want to do today is within a comfortable distance from
everything else. Welcome to Albion!
Albion has a world-class 18-hole disc golf course
that has been utilized for national competitions. The nationally-recognized Nancy G. Held Equestrian
Center features competitive dressage and jumping
events. And nearby Michigan International
Speedway offers racing enthusiasts a track full of
spirited summer fun.
Like playing outdoors? The Kalamazoo River
meanders through Albion and offers fishermen and
paddlers alike with a great time outside. Bicyclists
can cycle through Albion on their way to Concord,
Homer, or Marshall.
Have children? Albion’s Kids ‘N’ Stuff Museum offers
children education, exploration, and fun in an indoor
environment while Victory Park’s Jungle Gym is over
100,000 square feet of all things climbing, sliding, and
swinging outdoors.
Interested in history? Self-guided walking tours take
you throughout downtown and Riverside Cemetery.
The Gardner House Museum, our curator of all
things Albion, includes information about the Tuskegee
Airmen from Albion.
Like culture? Albion College offers live performances
at Goodrich Chapel, free lectures on campus, artwork
at the Bobbitt Visual Arts Center, and star-gazing at
the Observatory. During the summer, Victory Park’s
Band Shell is ablaze with live music. The Bohm
Theatre is a great place to catch a show.
Stretch your legs and enjoy the beauty of Albion, where
everything is close by. Welcome to Albion!
Schuler Arts, Albion
Festival of the Forks, Albion
Did you know?
Bohm Theatre, Albion
Albion is the Home of Mother's Day. Albion pioneer
Juliette Calhoun Blakeley is the inspiration behind mothers being celebrated across the United States every May.
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115 S Eagle115
Street
S Eagle Street
Marshall, MI
Marshall, MI
(269) 781-0600
(269) 781-0600
SchulersRestaurant.com
GET CLOSE ENOUGH TO SEE
the flashing lights
IN THE MIRROR.
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You’ll get so close to history that you might
start telling your kids about your first car,
and the speeding ticket that came with it.
6865 Hickory Road, Hickory Corners, MI 49060 | 269-671-5089 | GilmoreCarMuseum.org
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Flash Flood at Full Blast, Battle Creek
©The Battle Creek Enquirer
There are many exciting places for children to explore in
Calhoun County. Unleash your child’s imagination at Kids ‘N’
Stuff Museum in Albion - or discover the whole world, from
earth to space, at Kingman Museum in Battle Creek.
Feed the giraffes in the Wild Africa Exhibit at Binder Park Zoo
(named one of “America’s Best Zoos”) and visit their petting
zoo. Flash Flood at Full Blast, the indoor/outdoor water park,
invites you to cool off during the hot summer months.
CALHOUN COUNTY
q TAG Calhoun
(269) 962-2240
www.tagcalhoun.com
A fun and interactive tour of historical
locations throughout Calhoun County
that you can access on your smart
phone with a QR code reader. Listen to
entertaining stories, browse and submit
photos, and learn fun facts - all through
your mobile phone!
BATTLE CREEK
q Binder Park Zoo
7400 Division Drive
(269) 979-1351
www.binderparkzoo.org
An African adventure awaits you!
Discover spectacular views of wild
animals from elevated boardwalks. Get nose-to-nose with one of the largest
giraffe herds in the country as you
explore Wild Africa and feed a giraffe!
Experience a variety of animals from
around the world - all without leaving the
country. The Zoo is a seasonal attraction
but hosts a variety of off-season events
including the Great Zoo Boo in October.
Did you know?
Kingman Museum, Battle Creek
q Children’s Garden at Leila Arboretum
928 West Michigan Avenue
(269) 969-0270
www.lasgarden.org
A one-acre outdoor learning
environment where children of all
ages discover the wonderful world of
plants and their role in our daily lives.
q Flash Flood at Full Blast!
35 Hamblin Avenue
(269) 966-3667
www.fullblast.org
An award-winning family water park with
over 80,000 square feet of fun, including
indoor and outdoor water parks, bungee
run, refreshments, and more.
q Kingman Museum
175 Limit Street
(269) 965-5117
www.kingmanmuseum.org
Kingman Museum is the only natural
history museum in southwest/south
central Michigan. Come enjoy a
planetarium show!
Jamie Hyneman, known for his TV show “MythBusters” and as the
owner of special effects workshop M5 Industries, was born in Marshall.
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Children’s Garden, Leila Arboretum, Battle Creek
q Riverview Recreation
& Hit ‘em Here
2000 E. Columbia Avenue
(269) 965-5221
www.riverviewrecreation.com
Indoor and outdoor mini-golf courses,
golf simulators, a 300-yard driving range,
batting cages, go karts, bumper boats,
video games, gemstone mining, and
Animaland where you can create your
own stuffed friend.
q Willard Library
7 West Van Buren Street
(269) 968-8166
www.willard.lib.mi.us
Best sellers, genealogy, children’s story
times, family book club, Internet classes,
and other services are provided. The
Helen Warner Branch is located at 36
Minges Creek Place.
Ideas For
Family Fun
MARSHALL
NEARBY
S. Marshall Avenue, just North of the
Calhoun County Fairgrounds
www.thechambermarshall.com
Kids of all ages and abilities can climb
walls, slide and balance as they play
in the “village” that replicates some of
Marshall's finest architecture. Picnic
facilities and a skate park across the
bridge are also featured.
ALBION
q Kids ‘N’ Stuff Museum
301 S. Superior Street
(517) 629-8023
www.kidsnstuff.org
Built on imagination, powered by play,
Kids ‘N’ Stuff gives the family a place to
play and learn together with interactive
exhibits that span the arts, sciences
and more. Kids can shop in a store just
their size, learn about agriculture, or
experience water table fun.
q Victory Park Jungle Gym
5626 Portage Road, Portage
(269) 327-7061
www.AirwayFunCenter.com
Bowling, laser tag, arcade and gocarts start you out; and then you can
try the mini-golf and laser maze.
q Capri Drive-In
On US-12 just 5 miles west of
Coldwater off I-69
(517) 278-5628
www.capridrive-in.com
Treat the kids to a “vintage evening” start with dinner at Marshall’s Hi-Lite
Cruiz-In and complete the night with a
first-run movie at a real drive-in theater
at the Capri Drive-In in Coldwater.
q Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary
1698 M-66, Athens
(269) 729-4802
www.alligatorsanctuary.com
A place for rescued reptiles and
amphibians with a hands-on and upclose opportunity for people to
observe these animals in a seminatural environment. There are over
35 alligators ranging in age from 1-1/2 to 15 years old.
q Little River Railroad
29 W Park Ave, Coldwater
(574) 215-0751
www.littleriverrailroad.com
Act out “The Great Train Robbery”
aboard a fun-filled historic train,
powered by real steam locomotive, as
it travels down the tracks.
q Mooville
5875 S. M-66, Nashville
(517) 852-9003
www.mooville.com
Not your everyday tour… come see
the cows at work in the barns, the
milking parlor, the bottling plant, and
the petting farm. Make plans to visit
the ice cream store after your tour.
q Wonder Why Alpaca Farm, LLC
1996 E Drive South, East Leroy
(269) 979-0552
www.wonderwhyalpacafarm.com
A farm full of energy and excitement
regarding all aspects of the alpaca
industry, including fiber arts & education.
©BluFish Consulting
581 Haven Road
(517) 629-5535
www.ci.albion.mi.us
This 10,000 square foot state-of-theart children’s castle playground is
located in Albion’s largest riverfront
park. Picnic facilities, skateboarding
area, band pavilion, and sledding hill
are also available.
q Airway Fun Center
6151 Portage Road, Portage
(269) 382-6555
www.airzoo.org
A highly charged, multi-sensory
atmosphere that goes beyond anything
you’ve ever seen. The Air Zoo features
more than 50 rare and historic aircraft,
amusement park-style rides, FullMotion Flight Simulators, RealD 3D/4D
Missions Theater, as well as historical
exhibits and educational activities.
©Crtichlow Alligator Sanctuary
q Kids Kingdom Jungle Gym
q Kalamazoo Air Zoo
Kids N Stuff Museum, Albion
Kid’s Kingdom, Ketchum Park, Marshall
Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary, Athens
Did you know?
Dick Martin, co-host of Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In from 1968 to 1973, was born in Battle Creek.
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Feed The Giraffes!
Binder Park Zoo hosts more than 140 species of animals
on 433 acres of wetlands and natural forests. Walking
along the tree lined paths and viewing the authentic
settings, you might forget you are visiting a zoo!
In 2014, three orphaned Alaskan bear cubs started
exploring their new home at Binder Park Zoo. The two
brothers and their sister are fun to watch as they wrestle
each other and play “King of the Tree Stand”.
As visitors step into Wild Africa, the landscape imitates
a true African savanna. View the zebras, watch as the
monkeys ‘show off’, and then feed a giraffe! The 16- to
20-foot tall animals wander up to the fence to feed right
out of your hand! Don’t worry, they’re harmless. But their
long, black tongues are a little ticklish!
©Andrea Morrison
Not only does Binder Park Zoo have unique animal
exhibits, but it also hosts several events each year geared
toward both adults and families - like the 5k Cheetah
Chase and the Zoo Boo. More information about Binder
Park Zoo can be found online at www.binderparkzoo.org.
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Family Fun
Celebrate the Holidays With Us!
q Holiday Parades
in Late November
(269)
420-4031 | www.bcfestivals.com
The Albion Aglow/Parade
Traveling with your dog can create
its own set of problems. What hotels
are pet friendly? Where can they get
some exercise?
Please refer to the charts in the
Luxury Lodgings section (see pages
32-34) to see which hotels will
accommodate your dog. It is always
advisable to call ahead of time if
there is any doubt whether your pet
will be welcomed - some hotels may
say they are pet friendly, but only for
small dogs or certain breeds.
The Humane Society of South
Central Michigan has a free Bark
Park for some unbridled play time.
The park features a large fenced-in
area, a cooling pool, and walking
trails. See www.hs-scm.org/dogpark
for rules and more information.
Albion also has a dog park for offleash play time that is open from
dawn to dusk every day, at the corner
of Bidwell and Division Streets.
Most other Calhoun County parks
and trails are open to leashed dogs,
as long as you follow park/trail rules
and clean up after your canine friend.
Downtown Marshall
in Early December | (269) 781-5163
q International Festival of Lights
Late November - December 31
(269) 420-4031
www.bcfestivals.com
Enjoy a beautiful array of downtown
lighting throughout the holiday season!
Professional ice-sculptors, gingerbread
competitions, and a warming house are
just a few of the highlighted events.
q Candle Light Christmas Walk
International Festival of Lights,
q Brass Band of Battle Creek
Early December
W.K. Kellogg Auditorium
www.bbbc.net
Elite brass and percussion musicians.
q Zoo Lights at Binder Park Zoo
December
7400 Division Drive
(269) 979-1351
These special evenings include holiday
light displays, unlimited carousel rides,
train rides and up-close (weather
hardy) animal meet and greets. There
are seasonal holiday refreshments,
special activities, holiday stories and
time with Santa around the fireplace.
Early December in Marshall
(269) 781-8544
www.marshallhistoricalsociety.org
A walking tour of private homes
decorated for the holidays.
q Battle Creek Symphony
Mid-December
(269) 963-1911
W.K. Kellogg Auditorium
www.yourmusiccenter.org
Michigan’s longest running orchestra.
Marshall Holiday Parade
q Albion Tree Lighting
Downtown Marshall
©Michael Surls
Traveling with
your dog?
in Late November
(517)
629-5533 | www.cityofalbionmi.gov
Kellogg Center on Albion’s campus
(517) 629-0448 | www.albion.edu
Late November
Tree lighting, photos with Santa, and a holiday sing along.
Did you know?
The theme song for the “The Beverly Hillbillies” was
originally longer, and included a reference to their main sponsor.
The song’s original ending was: “Now come along and visit with the Clampett family, as they learn the simple pleasures in
the hills of Beverly. That includes the products of the sponsor of the week, the cereals of Kellogg’s, Kellogg’s of Battle Creek”.
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Calhoun County has many unique events throughout the year. Start out with the Battle Creek Cereal Festival and eat breakfast
with thousands of your closest friends at the World’s Longest
Breakfast Table. On the 4th of July weekend enjoy the air show and
balloons at the Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival.
Marshall opens the doors of historic
homes and museums during their
Historic Home Tour, and Albion
celebrates its heritage during the
Festival of the Forks!
Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show
& Balloon Festival
BATTLE CREEK
q Art Center of Battle Creek
265 East Emmett Street
(269) 962-9511
www.artcenterofbattlecreek.org
Featuring 8-10 exhibits per year.
q Battle Creek Cereal City Festival
June
(269) 420-4031
www.bcfestivals.com
This event celebrates the Battle Creek
community and its rich and varied past.
A parade kicks off the festival on Friday
night and the fun continues with the Cereal
City Classic 5k/10k run and the World’s
Longest Breakfast Table on Saturday
morning. Throughout the day enjoy
exciting events, bands and activities.
Did you know?
Cereal Festival, Battle Creek
q Battle Creek Field of Flight Air
Show & Balloon Festival
Art Center of Battle Creek
July 4th weekend
W.K. Kellogg Airport
q Battle Creek Symphony
(269) 962-0592
The W.K. Kellogg Auditorium
www.bcballoons.com
(269) 963-1911
Daily hot-air balloon launches, night balloon
www.battlecreeksymphony.org
illumes, a dazzling fireworks display, twilight
Quality music performed with
and night pyro air show featuring a jetMichigan’s longest continuously
powered school bus! Top civilian air show
running orchestra.
performers and military jet demonstrations.
A carnival, crafters, souvenir booths, special
q Brass Band of Battle Creek
displays and an array of food vendors will
www.bbbc.net
only enhance your experience.
Elite brass and percussion musicians
from the United States and Europe
perform two concerts per year.
Frankie Ballard won Kenny Chesney’s Next Big Star competition for
Michigan in 2008. Since then he has released two albums and had a hit
number 1 single titled “Helluva Life” in early 2014. Ballard was born in Battle Creek.
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Ideas For
q Brownstone Coffee House
18 1/2 W. Michigan Avenue
(269) 964-2233
www.brownstonecoffeehouse.com
A coffee shop displaying local artists
on the walls and an open mic night.
q Bonteboktoberfest
Early October
Binder Park Zoo
7400 Division Drive
(269) 979-1351
This one-night event features
regional brews, wines and meads.
q Carboretum Car Show
June at Leila Arboretum
(269) 753-8515
Open to all categories of cars, trucks
and motorcycles.
Culture & Events
q Fantasy Forest Art Competition
Mid-June at Leila Arboertum
www.lasgarden.org
Artists turn trees into beautiful works of art!
q Festivus
February in Leila Arboertum
www.bcmams.com
A great way to chase away the winter
blues. Included in the festivities are a cardboard sled competition and race, a chili cook-off and and an ugly sweater competition.
q Post Band
McCamly Park | (269) 968-1622
www.facebook.com/postbandbattlecreek
Performing current music during great
performances all summer long.
q International Summerfest and
Black Arts Festival
August - www.bcfestivals.com
Mill Race Park in Battle Creek
(269) 420-4031
From traditional food and dancing to
entertainment and art, experience the
wide variety of cultures represented from our communities.
Cruise the Gut, Battle Creek
q Cruise the Gut
August in Downtown Battle Creek
(269) 397-2240
An old fashioned cruise-in with vintage
cars and car enthusiasts. Cars are
displayed along Michigan Avenue
before and after the evening cruise.
q Spring and Fall into the Arts
May and October
(269) 968-1622
www.downtownbattlecreek.com
Local artists display their art pieces
throughout Downtown Battle Creek. An
evening full of art and entertainment!
q “Summer Songs in Flower” Battle Creek Area Garden Tour
(269) 969-0270
www.lasgarden.org
Tour premier gardens in Battle Creek.
q What A Do Theatre
4071 West Dickman Road
(269) 282-1953
www.whatado.org
Presenting life-affirming, live,
professional theatre.
Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show
& Balloon Festival
Leilapalooza, Battle Creek
q Leilapalooza Music Festival
Mid-July at Leila Arborteum
www.lasgarden.org
A free one-day music festival featuring
over 30 musical acts all day long on a
variety of stages.
Did you know?
Marshall’s Dark Horse Brewery was featured in a TV show that aired on The History Channel in 2014
called “Dark Horse Nation”. Dark Horse brews are sold around the world and continue to gain in popularity.
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q Great Escape Stage Company
MARSHALL
q 4th of July in Marshall
July 4th at Brooks Fountain Circle
(800) 877-5163
Start off with the Pet, Bike & Wagon
Parade and Flag Raising ceremony,
then listen to the Marshall Rotary Club
Band before filling your plate at the
Chicken BBQ. Finish it off with an ice
cream sandwich and fireworks at the
fairgrounds.
Calhoun County Fair, Marshall
q Cornwell’s Turkeyville USA
18935 15 1/2 Mile Road
(800) 228-4315
www.turkeyville.com
Where turkey is king! Turkey dinners are
served, then enjoy a professional Dinner
Theater. Visit the Country Junction gift
shop, the Ice Cream Parlor, the General
Store, and Camp Turkeyville.
q Cruise at the Fountain
July 4th weekend
(269) 781-8161
www.cruiseatthefountain.com
Over 1,000 cars come to the Calhoun
County Fairgrounds and cruise
downtown Marshall!
4th of July Concert, Marshall
155 W. Michigan Avenue
(269) 781-2700
www.greatescapestagecompany.com
An intimate theatre space with
outstanding theatrical performances.
q Historic Marshall Home Tour
Weekend after Labor Day
Marshall Historical Society
(269) 781-8544
Exquisite private homes, businesses,
and museums open for public viewing.
You will also find a craft fair and booths
all around town, and special events like
the Civil War Ball.
q Marshall Bluegrass Festival
3rd week of July
(269) 788-2597
www.marshallbluegrassfestival.com
Michigan’s Largest Jamming Festival!
Marshall Blues Festival
q Battle For Turkeyville
June
Cornwell’s Turkeyville
18935 15 1/2 Mile Road
(800) 228-4315
www.turkeyville.com
This Civil War reenactment will delight
both Civil War novices and aficionados.
q Calhoun County Fair
Mid-August
(269) 781-8161
www.calhouncountyfair.org
One of Michigan’s foremost agricultural
attractions and the oldest county fair in
the state, the Calhoun County Fair has
all the fun rides and tastes you hope to
find at the fair. You’ll also find
tractor pulls, a demolition derby,
animals and crafts.
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q EastEnd Studio & Gallery
(269) 789-2379
www.eastendstudioandgallery.com
Fine art and artisian gifts crafted by
regional artists in a “big city” style gallery.
q Franke Center for the Arts
214 E. Mansion Street
(269) 789-9677
www.frankecenterforthearts.com
Home of the Marshall Civic Players providing a wide array of performances
by professionals, special guest artists,
community members and students.
q Marshall Blues Festival
Mid-July
Downtown Marshall
(269) 209-7979
www.marshallbluesfest.com
A family-oriented music and
entertainment festival with multiple
acts playing throughout the day on a
downtown stage. Bring your lawn chair
and enjoy beer, food, and great blues.
Culture & Events
q Marshall Carriage Co. & Ghost Tours ALBION
(269) 781-8818
www.marshallcarriageco.com
Horse-drawn historic tours of Marshall,
walking and horse-drawn ghost tours,
dinner carriage cruises, and more!
q Marshall Ice, Wine & Blues Fest
February
Downtown Marshall
(269) 781-8544
Begin with dozens of ice carvings and
shopping specials and end with wine
tastings and live blues music.
q “Welcome to my Garden”
Marshall Area Garden Tour
July
(269) 781-5434 or (800) 877-5163
www.marshallareagardenclub.org
Tour distinctive gardens in Marshall.
q Albion’s Red, White & Blue
Cruise In & Fireworks Show
q Festival of the Forks
q Albion Walking Tours
q Ken Shenstone Studio
q Cardboard Classic Sled Race
q Schuler Arts Creativity Retreat
July 3
Downtown Albion
(517) 629-5533
Bring your old, crazy, or cool car to
downtown Albion for a free cruise-in,
complete with music and prizes. Just
before dusk, continue the fun at the
Kalamazoo River with a fireworks display.
www.albionedirectory.com/walkingtours
Explore Albion public art pieces and
architecture on self-guided tours.
(517) 343-2112
www.bohmtheatre.org
An 1920’s architectural landmark, the Bohm Theatre has recently undergone a grand restoration and now shows first-run movies, live performances and
serves as a new community hub. Fabulous architectural details!
NEARBY
q Barn Theatre
13351 Michigan 96, Augusta
(269) 731-4121
www.barntheatre.com
Michigan’s oldest professional Equity
summer stock theatre offering recent
Broadway shows.
q Crane Fest
October
22300 15 Mile Road, Bellevue
www.cranefest.org (269) 763-3090
Over 9,000 cranes fly in to Baker
Sanctuary during their annual migration.
Watch them arrive, shop at the artist
booths, and try some hands-on activities.
Festival of the Forks, Albion
q Riverside Crafters Retreat
18212 B Drive North
(269) 420-2724
www.scrapbookriverside.com
A fun weekend getaway for the
scrapbooking enthusiast.
29005 Albion Road (517) 629-5876
www.kenshenstone.com
1 of 3 Anagama-style kilns in the U.S.
January
1201 Maple Street (517) 629-8293
Victory Park, Albion MI
www.schulerarts.com
(517) 629-5533
Art classes and live pottery firings.
Build your own corrugated cardboard sled
and enter to win prizes for your unique
q Victory Park’s Band Shell
design. Then, take your sled down Victory
581 Haven Road
Park’s sledding hill and see how it shapes www.swinginattheshell.com
up against the competition. Join us for a Attend a free ampitheater concert.
fun-filled whacky day in Albion.
q Bohm Theatre
Late-September
Downtown Albion
(517) 629-5533
www.greateralbionchamber.org
A joyous community celebration with art,
music, food and fun in downtown Albion.
Throughout the event, enjoy a classic
car show, bands, a parade and more!
Victory Park band shell, Albion
Did you know?
After Robert Kendall won a talent contest at the W.K. Kellogg Auditorium in the 1940’s and
moved to Hollywood. He became famous as Baby Face Nelson on the TV show “Gang Busters .”
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Albion College is a private fouryear college of the liberal arts,
historically related to the United
Methodist Church. Founded in
1835, Albion College was the first
private college in Michigan to
have a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa.
With 49 majors, concentrations,
and pre-professional programs,
Albion gives students the
flexibility to forge their own
paths while gaining a true
understanding of the world.
q Albion College
611 E Porter Street
(517) 629-1000
www.albion.edu
Expand your horizons! Attend a lecture
on a wide variety of topics.
q Albion College Observatory
611 E Porter Street
(517) 629-1000
www.albion.edu/physics/
campus-facilities
Albion College’s refracting telescope dazzles
onlookers with its precision and view.
q Albion College Piano Festival
November
Albion College Goodrich Chapel
(517) 629-0481
www.albion.edu
A 4-day event showcasing young and very
talented pianists from around the world.
q Bobbitt Visual Arts Center
Albion College Campus
611 E. Porter Street
(517) 629-1000
www.albion.edu/art
Features works of nationally known artists.
Did you know?
q Goodrich Chapel
201 N. Ingham St., Albion College
(517) 629-1000
www.albion.edu
Musical performances and concerts.
q Albion College Observatory
611 E Porter Street
(517) 629-1000
A refracting telescope that dazzles with
its precision and views.
q Whitehouse Nature Center
611 E. Porter Street
(517) 629-0582
www.albion.edu/naturecenter
An 135-acre outdoor education facility
that features 6-miles of hiking trails. Pick
up the brochure “History Trail - The Land
Tells A Story” at the Interpretive Building
located behind Albion College’s Dow
Athletic Center.
Albion College Stats
Nickname: Britons
Colors: Purple and gold
Full-Time Faculty: 105
Student-Faculty Ratio: 11:1
Percentage of Women/Men: 49:51
Students Living on Campus: 90%
Full-Time Undergrads: 1,353
Part-Time Undergrads: 29
Men in Fraternities: 53%
Women in Sororities: 42%
Main Campus: 90-acres
Whitehouse Nature Center: 144-acres
Held Equestrian Center: 340-acres
Charter member of MIAA, since 1888
NCAA Division III and NAA
Intercollegiate Horse Show Association
Ave. Home Football Attendance: 2,800
Men in Varsity Sports: 42%
Women in Varsity Sports: 22%
“The Sweetheart of Sigma Chi” was written at Albion College by Byron D. Stokes and F. Dunleigh Verner in 1911.
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Ideas For
Foodies & Beer Lovers
If you are a “foodie” have no fear, whatever you are craving you
are almost certain to find it “well-done” in Calhoun County. Visitors
have enjoyed Schuler’s Restaurant in Marshall for over 100 years,
and Malia Mediterranean Bistro in Battle Creek is a local favorite.
Arcadia Brewing Company of Battle Creek and Dark Horse Brewery
of Marshall are known nationwide for their fabulous craft beer come sit at the bar and drink one right from the source!
Nibi, FireKeepers Casino, Battle Creek
BATTLE CREEK
q Addington Hills Café
295 E. Emmett Street
(269) 965-2233
www.addingtonhillscafe.com
Gourmet breakfast and lunch.
q Antonio’s Mexican Restaurant
(269) 965-0154
www.antoniosmexican.com
Homemade Mexican dishes.
q Arcadia Brewing Company
(269) 963-9690
www.arcadiaales.com
Battle Creek’s own working craft brewery
and restaurant. Internationally acclaimed
for innovative handcrafted ales. The
Arcadia Ales restaurant features a woodfired oven from Naples and a southern
BBQ pit. World-class ales and inspired
cuisine invite visitors to enjoy!
q Barista Blues Café
(269) 968-8430
Italian-style café serving authentic fare
with a “Greenwich Village” feel.
Clara’s-on-the-River, Battle Creek
Griffin Grill & Pub, Battle Creek
q Brownstone Coffee House
18 1/2 W. Michigan Avenue
(269) 964-2233
www.brownstonecoffeehouse.com
A cozy coffee shop that offers specialty
coffees, quiches and more. Check out
the website for open mic night info.
q Bumbleberries
2245 W. Columbia Avenue
(269) 962-9001
www.bumbleberries.net
Delicious cupcakes, muffins, cakes and
other baked goodies!
q Clara’s-on-the-River
44 N. McCamly Street
(269) 963-0966
www.claras.com
Located in the Historic Michigan Central
Railroad Depot, Clara's offers a look
into the history of Battle Creek and the
railway. Enjoy a drink while you look over
the 17-page menu - you’re sure to find
something scrumptious.
q Cricket Club
(269) 963-2725
www.cricketclubbattlecreek.com
Battle Creeks premier dart and draft beer
destination!
Farmers Markets can be found in most Calhoun County towns. See www.battlecreekvisitors.org for locations.
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q Mexicali Restaurant
q FireKeepers Casino & Hotel
11177 East Michigan Avenue
(877) 352-8777
www.firekeeperscasino.com
2,900 of the latest slot & video poker
games, 70 hand-dealt table games,
headline entertainment in the event
center, a luxurious hotel, and more.
Restaurants include: Nibi’s fresh local
fare; Smoke ‘N Fire’s classic American
food with BBQ undertones; the Mijem
Buffet’s seafood, Asian, Italian and
American cuisines; and the Kabaret’s
entertainment - Come get your Vegas on!
(269) 968-8188
Specializing in fresh, authentic fajitas,
chimichangas, full bar and more!
q Moonraker West Restaurant
(269) 962-0800
www.moonrakerrestaurant.com
Scrumptious steaks and 26 beers on tap!
q Nina’s Taqueria
248 SW Capital Avenue
(269) 969-9448 | www.iloveninas.com
Authentic Mexican food made from
scratch every day.
q Sakura Sushi Bar & Grill
5285 Beckley Road
(269) 979-0200 | www.sakurabestsushi.com
Japanese cuisine including spicy tuna
roll, sashimi, saki, and more.
La Cocina Mexicana, Battle Creek
q Tony’s Hong Kong
(269) 965-4848
www.tonyshongkong.com
Large buffet with “kid friendly” options.
Voted “Best Chinese Restaurant” in BC.
q Wirtz Family Popcorn Store
898 Capital Avenue
(269) 753-1409
www.wirtzfamilypopcorn.com
Flavored gourmet popcorn.
MARSHALL
q Backroads Saloon
(269) 781-7091
www.backroadssaloon.com
The largest dance floor in Michigan!
Join us each week for live music along
with an in-house DJ playing all of your
favorite country and classic rock music!
Two bars plus pizza, sandwiches,
burgers, nachos and more!
q Broadway Grille
q Griffin Grill & Pub
(269) 781-9200
www.broadwaygrille.com
Home cooking! Burgers, sandwiches,
excellent fish and much more.
(269) 965-7206 | www.griffinbc.com
A classic Irish/English pub atmosphere
and food - breakfast, lunch & dinner.
q Hogzilla BBQ Pit
(269) 660-6225 | www.hogzillabbq.com
Offering real wood smoked barbeque,
sandwiches and sides.
q La Cocina Mexicana
5424 Beckley Rd. (269) 979-8431
869 Columbia Ave. (269) 969-8940
www.lacocinamexicanabc.com
Fresh, authentic Mexican food..
q Malia Mediterranean Bistro
(269) 441-2900 | www.maliafoods.com
Unique, authentic dishes and truly
fresh flavors, all prepared by a team of
culinary experts.
Did you know?
Arcadia Brewing Co., Battle Creek
q Sweet Kreations for You
(269) 441-7548
www.sweetkreationsforyou.com
FroYo and cupcakes!
q Taste of India
(269) 962-9033 | www.atasteofindiabc.com
Exotic authentic Indian cuisine.
q Territorial Brewing Company
256 N. Helmer Road
(269) 282-1694 | www.territorialbrewing.com
Brand new in 2014 this brewery features
German-style craft beer and food.
Schuler’s Restaurant, Marshall
q Charlie’s Grill and BBQ
924 W. Hanover Street
(269) 781-8888
www.charliesgrillandbbq.com
Specializing in BBQ.
Preeminent food writer M.F.K. Fisher, born in Albion, wrote 27 books that explored eating
as one of the “arts of life.” Her books combine food literature, travel and memoir into tasty prose.
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q Cornwell’s Turkeyville USA
18935 15 1/2 Mile Road
(800) 228-4315 or (269) 781-4293
www.turkeyville.com
Where Turkey is King! Turkey dinners, a
professional Dinner Theater, the Country
Junction Gift Shop, the Ice Cream Parlor,
and Camp Turkeyville!
q Dark Horse Brewing Company
511 S Kalamazoo Avenue
(269) 781-9940
www.darkhorsebrewery.com
A family owned taproom and eatery
that’s focused on award-winning craft
beer. Don’t forget to try out the delicious
mouth-watering fire grilled pizzas and
fresh, tasty sandwiches.
q Hi-Lite Cruiz-In
1005 E. Michigan Avenue
Excellent onion rings and really good
milkshakes. An old style drive-in just like
what they had in the 50’s and 60’s.
q Louie’s Bakery
q Zarzuela
q Schuler’s Restaurant & Pub
115 South Eagle Street
ALBION
(269) 781-3542
Baking fresh goodies in Marshall since
1952, including award-winning nut rolls
and Starbucks coffee.
(269) 781-0600
www.schulersrestaurant.com
For over 100 years award-winning
Schuler’s Restaurant has given
exceptional food and service in an
historic atmosphere.
q Stagecoach Inn
(269) 781-3571
TVs to watch the game and specialty
burgers and beer to quench your
appetite. Live music on the weekends.
q Stevenson’s Speedy Chick
(269) 781-4101
A fixture in Marshall for over 35 years,
specializing in fried chicken and smelt.
Picnic table or take out.
Station 66, East Leroy
(269) 789-9180
www.zarzuelamarshall.net
An enticing seasonal menu of SpanishMeditteranean tapas and dinners.
q Cascarelli’s of Albion
(517) 629-3675
www.CascarellisAlbion.com
Enjoy an authentic Italian dinner or a tasty
pizza - a local favorite!
q Little Red Lunch Box Café
(517) 629-9753
College students say its the best place to
get a “home-cooked” meal away from home.
q Lopez Taco House
205 N Superior Street
(517) 629-2800
Delicious Mexican lunches and dinners.
q Phoenix Restaurant
207 N. Superior Street
(517) 629-3080
Smart, casual burgers and bar food.
q Kaptain’s Korners
20985 27 1/2 Mile Rd
(517) 857-2037
Something for everyone - salads, pizza
and daily specials. Fish fry on Friday
nights and superb crab soup.
Kate’s Diner, Marshall
q Jade Garden
(269) 789-8811
Authentic Chinese cuisine, including a
full buffet for lunch and dinner.
q Kate’s Diner
NEARBY
q Wine Tasting at Flower Haus
(269) 781-9577
50’s-style small town diner serving
delicious breakfast and lunch. Look for
the car grille above the door!
(269) 781-9128
www.theflowerhaus.com
You’ll find a quaint wine-tasting room
featuring Michigan wines.
q Station 66
4588 D Drive South (M-66), East Leroy
(269) 979-5766
www.Station66bc.com
Specializing in Michigan-made products
and local produce. Try the ice cream and
homemade donuts!
Did you know?
Battle Creek’s official Sister City is Takasaki, Japan, a relationship that is more than 25 years old.
The cities organize student and teacher exchanges each summer.
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Hodges Jewelers
HandCrafted
Fine
Jewelry
Historic Downtown Marshall
Custom Design
Bridal
Pre-Owned
Rolex &
Vintage Watches
We Buy Gold
Loose Diamonds
Expert on-site
repair
LJ-AT141028_174355
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LJ-AT141028_125547
269-789-2345
117 W. Michigan, Marshall
hodgesjewelers.com
5050 Beckley Rd, Battle Creek
1-94 at Capital Ave., Exit 97
269-979-1100
M37
BATTLE CREEK, MI
BECKLEY
M66
4665 Beckley Road, Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269) 979-8000
www.fairfieldinn.com/btlfi
• Complimentary HOT Breakfast
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Just minutes from FireKeepers Casino
• Free High Speed Internet
• Free Hot Breakfast
• Free Local & Long Distance Calls
• In-Room Coffee Brewers
• In-Room Hair Dryers
• In-Room Iron/Ironing Board
• FREE Parking
• Indoor Heated Pool & Whirlpool
• 24-Hour Fitness Facilities
Questions?
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Just Minutes from Several Top-rated
Golf Courses, Kellogg Arena, Binder
Park Zoo & Shopping!
McCamly Plaza Hotel
Located in the heart of downtown Battle Creek, connected to the Kellogg Arena
and across the street from Full Blast’s Family Indoor/Outdoor Water Park.
The hotel offers 239 spacious guest rooms and specialty suites.
• New Sealy Posturpedic Pillow top beds
• Upgraded 300 Thread Count Linens
• Complimentary High Speed Internet
• Coffee Maker and Cable TV
Over 17,000 sq. ft. of available meeting space
including the 4,000 sq. ft 16th Floor Penthouse Meeting Rooms.
Perfect For Any Gathering of Special Event!
269.963.7050 • Capital Ave. SW • Battle Creek, MI 49017
ON I-94
Battle Creek
Exit 97
• FREE Bear Bites Breakfast
• FREE High Speed Internet
• 7 miles to Fire Keepers Casino
• Pets Welcome
Free Hot Breakfast
High Speed Internet
Indoor Pool
Game Room
Microwave/Refrigerator
Free internet
In-room coffee brewers, iron/ironing
boards & hair dryers
Laundry Service
Free local calls
• Extended Stay Available
5395 Beckley Road • Battle Creek, MI 49015
269-979-1828
5090 Beckley Road, Battle Creek, MI
I-94 at Capital Ave., Exit 97
(269)979-8506
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• 120 finely-appointed guest rooms
• Cereal City Grill Restaurant & Lounge
• Harvest Ballroom for
Banquets & Weddings
• Indoor Pool
• Fitness Room
• Business Center
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Complimentary Parking
12812 Harper Village Drive • Battle Creek, MI 49014
269-979-0500
www.holidayinn.com/battlecreek
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18 1/2 W. Michigan Ave. - 269-964-2233
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91 W. Michigan Ave. - 269-968-8430
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50 Capital Ave., SW - 269-969-4797
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235 Capital Ave., SW - 269-966-3200
7 Horrock’s Market
38 W. Michigan Ave. - 269-965-7206
6 Griffin Grill & Pub
SW Capital Ave.
80 W. Michigan Ave. - 269-965-8513
12 Pastrami Joe’s Deli
185 Capital Ave., SW - 269-964-6790
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248 Capital Ave., SW - 269-969-9448
10 Nina’s Taqueria
34 W. Michigan Ave. - 269-441-2900
1 mile Walking Path
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2 Holiday Inn Battle Creek
3 McCamly Plaza Hotel
4 America’s Best Value Inn
5 Baymont Inn & Suites
6 Baymont Inn & Suites Downtown
7 Best Western Executive Inn 8 Comfort Inn
9 Courtyard by Marriott
10 Econo Lodge
11 Fairfield Inn
12 Hampton Inn
13 Knights Inn
14 Quality Inn & Suites
15 Red Roof Inn
16 Travelodge
17 Greencrest Manor 18 Hometown Inn
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25 Comfort Inn
26 Hampton Inn
27 Holiday Inn Express
28 Howard’s Motel
29 Imperial Motel
30 Marshall Motor Lodge
31 National House Inn
32 The Olde Farmhouse B&B
33 The Way Inn
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Courtyard by Marriott, Battle Creek
Calhoun County has a variety of lodging options - from cozy,
family-run bed and breakfasts to larger, conveniently located
inns and hotels - there is something for every type of traveler!
Are you looking to host a convention, meeting or event? From
room service to event catering, and WiFi to AV presentation
capabilities, lodging is available to meet your needs.
Quality Inn & Suites, Battle Creek
McCamly Plaza Hotel, Battle Creek
BATTLE CREEK
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242R In n n n Free WiFi, 24-hour room service, Suites,
1 FireKeepers Casino Hotel 877-FKC-8777
11177 E. Michigan Avenue www.firekeeperscasino.com B Multi-level pool with whirlpool, sauna & steam room
2 Holiday Inn Battle Creek 12812 Harper Village Drive
888-465-4329 • 269-979-0500 120 R In n n n Free WiFi, Some whirlpool rooms, Room service,
www.holidayinn.com/battlecreek B Outdoor patio & grilling area, Suites, Arcade
3 McCamly Plaza Hotel 50 Capital Avenue SW
888-622-2659 • 269-963-7050 239 R In n n n Free high speed Internet, Room service,
www.mccamlyplaza.com B Connected to Kellogg Arena
SELECT SERVICE
4 America’s Best Value Inn 4775 Beckley Road
888-315-2378• 269-979-1141 60 Out n n
www.americasbestvalueinn.com
5 Baymont Inn & Suites 4725 Beckley Road
800-337-0550 • 269-979-5400 90 In n n n * n Free WiFi, Hot tub by pool, Suites,
www.baymontinns.com/hotel17850*Workout at nearby Minges Creek Athletic Club
Free WiFi, Fridge & microwave
6 Baymont Inn & Suite Downtown 800-337-0550 • 269-565-0500 60 In n n n n Free WiFi, Fridge & microwave,
182 West Van Buren Street www.baymontinns.com/hotel70149Hot tub and salon/spa on premises
7 Best Western Executive Inn 800-780-7234 • 269-979-8506 59 In n n n n Free high speed Internet,
5090 Beckley Road
www.bestwestern.com Fridge & microwave
McCamly Plaza Hotel, Battle Creek
Did you know?
In the early 1960s, the Hi-Lo Club of Battle Creek rocked
when The Charlie Johnson Band played “Runaway” for the first time.
Charlie later became known as Del Shannon. His last hit, “Sea of Love”, was released in 1982.
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Luxury
FireKeepers Casino Hotel, Battle Creek
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Comfort Inn, Battle Creek
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8 Comfort Inn 2590 Capital Avenue SW
800-424-6423 • 269-965-3201 100 In n n n n n Free high speed Internet, Fridge & microwave,
www.comfortinn.com Some whirlpool rooms available
9 Courtyard by Marriott 12891 Harper Village Drive
800-321-2211 • 269-979-2900 102 R In n n n Brand New in 2014! Same day dry cleaning,
www.courtyard.com/BTLCY B Free high speed Internet, Suites
10 Econo Lodge 165 Capital Avenue SW
800-221-2222 • 269-965-3976 50 Out nn
www.econolodge.com 11 Fairfield Inn 4665 Beckley Road
269-979-8000
74 In nn n Free high speed Internet, Some hot tub rooms,
www.marriott.com /btlfi Whirlpools in some King rooms
12 Hampton Inn 1150 Riverside Drive
800-426-7866 • 269-979-5577 64 In n n n n Free WiFi in rooms, Whirlpool in pool area,
www.hamptoninn.com Some rooms have fridge & microwave
13 Knights Inn
2595 Capital Avenue SW
800-843-5644 • 269-964-2600 63 Out n n n www.knightsinn.com Free high speed Internet
Free high speed Internet
800-424-6423 • 269-964-3000 91 R n nn Next to casino - daily shuttle service, Suites,
14 Quality Inn & Suites
www.qualityinn.comBFree high speed Internet, Some hot tub rooms
15 Red Roof Inn 5050 Beckley Road
800-733-7663 • 269-979-1100 116 Out n n n n Free WiFi, Fridge & microwave, Suites
www.redroof.com
16 Travelodge 5395 Beckley Road
800-525-4055 • 269-979-1828 59 n n n www.travelodge.com/battle-creek-hotel
Free WiFi, Fridge & microwave
LOCAL
17 Greencrest Manor 6174 Halbert Road
269-962-8633
8 n Bed & Breakfast, Free wireless internet,
www.greencrestmanor.comNext to Marywood Golf Club, In-house chef
18 Hometown Inn 269-966-4000
35n n n 90 N. Division Street
Free WiFi,
Across from Kellogg House Park
19 Kimball Pines Motel 1145 E. Michigan Avenue
269-962-3272
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20 Michigan Motel 20475 Capital Avenue NE
269-963-1565
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21 Park Motel 1351 W. Columbia Avenue
269-968-7109
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22 Welcome Inn Motel 8004 West M-60, Union City
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Comfort Inn, Marshall
Holiday Inn Express, Marshall
MARSHALL
23 Arbor Inn 15435 W. Michigan Avenue
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Other Notes
National House Inn, Marshall
269-781-7772
48 Out n n n www.arborinnmarshall.com Free WiFi in rooms,
Mini-fridge and microwave in rooms
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24 Avenue & Townhouse B&Bs 269-781-8144
www.giftdipity.com Walk-in closets, washer & dryer,
Free WiFi and full kitchen available
25 Comfort Inn 204 Winston Drive
800-424-6423 • 269-789-7890 60 In n n n n n Free high speed Internet, Hot tub in pool area,
www.comfortinn.com/hotel/mi307Mini-fridge and microwave in rooms, Suites
26 Hampton Inn 325 Sam Hill Drive
800-426-7866 • 269-789-0131
www.marshallhampton.com
27 Holiday Inn Express 329 Sam Hill Drive
800-465-4329 • 269-789-9301 68 In n n n n n Free WiFi in rooms,
www.hiemarshall.com Suites available
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In n n n n n Free WiFi in rooms
269-781-4201
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28 Howard’s Motel 14884 W. Michigan AvenueSuites available
269-781-2841
19n n Weekly rates only, no WiFi
29 Imperial Motel 14978 W. Michigan Avenue
269-781-2231
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30 Marshall Motor Lodge 20102 E. Michigan Avenue
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National House Inn 102 South Parkview
269-781-7374
15 n www.nationalhouseinn.com 32 The Olde Farmhouse B&B 269-789-2349
18992 18 Mile Road
33 The Way Inn B&B
414 W. Mansion Street
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Kitchenette with sinks and microwaves
Free WiFi, Backyard garden, Suites,
Fireplace lounge on upper floor
Free WiFi, full breakfast
269-420-1806
3 Out n n Free WiFi, fridges in rooms,
www.bedandbreakfast.com Some rooms have whirpool tub
ALBION
34 Albion Heritage B&B 517 East Michigan Avenue
517-629-3550
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1 room has jacuzzi and fireplace
Private baths and Free WiFi
35 Days Inn 27644 C Drive North
517-629-9411
50 In n n n n www.daysinn.com
Free WiFi,
Hot tubs in some rooms
36 Palmer Inn B&B 108 West Erie Street
517-629-0001
www.palmerhouseinnbnb.com
6nn Jacuzzi in 2 Baths, High speed Internet
37 Super 9
400 B Drive North
517-629-3966
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Free WiFi
Bill Laswell was raised in Albion. Laswell is a bassist, producer and record label owner. He specializes in ‘collision
music’ which brings together musicians from different genres, like Motörhead, Herbie Hancock and Iggy Pop.
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Comfort Inn • Marshall
5 Minutes from
5 Minutes
from
Firekeepers
Firekeepers
Casino
Amenities Include:
• Indoor Heated Pool
• Whirlpool & Sauna
Casino
• Exercise Facilities
• Free Hot Breakfast
• Rooms Furnished with Comforts of Home
• High Speed Wireless Internet
• Whirlpool Suites Available
• Meeting Rooms
• AAA Three Diamond Rated
204 Winston • Marshall, MI 49068 • Phone (269) 789-7890
Toll Free: 800-424-6423 • www.comfortinn.com/hotel/mi307
Hampton Inn
Marshall MI
“Great Hotels Guests Love”
Easily Accessible to I-69 and I-94
Minutes from Firekeepers Casino
Meeting Rooms Available
Easily accessible to I-69 and I-94
Minutes from FireKeepers Casino
325 Sam Hill Dr., Marshall, MI 49068
Phone (269) 789-0131
Fax (269) 781-6233
www.marshallhampton.com
329 Sam Hill Dr, Marshall, MI 49068
Phone & Fax (269) 789-9301
www.hiemarshall.com
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265 East Emmett St., Battle
Creek (269) 962-9511
artcenterofbattlecreek.org
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Engage yourself in art
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enrichment and fun!
• Free High Speed Internet
• Free Local Calls
• Guest Laundry
269-964-2600
• TV/HBO/60 Channels
• Whirlpool Suites
• Truck Parking Available
• Outdoor Pool
• Corporate Direct Bill Available
• Weekly Rates Available
• AAA & AARP Discounts
2595 Capital Ave SW • Battle Creek • Easy Off • Easy On, I-94, Exit 97
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Ideas for
Shopping
BATTLE CREEK
235 Capital Avenue SW
(269) 966-3200
www.shophorrocks.com
Produce, wine, cheese, and deli items.
All of the main streets in Calhoun
County offer something unique to the discriminating
shopper. For a wide variety of specialty gift shops, antique
stores, and dining choices, we suggest visiting Marshall.
A number of stores also offer fun craft classes for groups
who want to add a little something special to their ideal
getaway - and who knows? You could walk away with a nifty
craft item that is hand-made…by you!
Southern Exposure Herb Farm
Battle Creek
q Paper & I
Marshall
q Inge’s Place
(269) 350-3796
www.cohab.us
A local economy center to incubate &
showcase small businesses including a
tea house and a jewelry designer, among
others. A great place to shop!
q Lakeview Square Mall
5775 Beckley Road
www.lakeviewsquare.com
Shop, dine and enjoy the incredible lineup of more than 50 stores, restaurants,
movie theaters and service providers
including Macy’s, JCPenney and Sears.
q Southern Exposure Herb Farm
11269 N Drive North
(269) 962-1255
www.southernmoon.com
Stroll through the lush gardens or visit
the 2-story gift shop featuring unique
gifts and garden decorations.
© Marilyn Rhodes
q Horrock’s Farm Market
MARSHALL
(269) 781-8200
www.paperandi.com
Trendy, traditional and fun gifts - all made
from paper! Offers card, scrapbook and
paper-crafting classes.
q Bayberry House Interiors
108 N. Park Avenue
q Quilts at the Marshall House
q Oerther’s
311 W. Spruce Street
q Serendipity
(269) 781-4905
www.bayberryhouseinteriors.com
Your go-to resource for everything to
express your personal design style. Also
offering fun Chalk Paint® workshops.
(269) 781-4040
www.oerthers.com
A unique shop selling gifts, plants &
flowers that hosts fun weekly craft
classes - a nostalgic store right down to
the creaky wooden floors!
100 Exchange Street
(269) 781-9450
www.quiltsatthemarshallhouse.com
Supplies and helpful classes on all
aspects of this art form.
(269) 781-8144
www.giftdipity.com
A beautiful gift store that is so much
more. Free gift wrapping!
Did you know?
John Bellairs was born and raised in Marshall.
He is a novelist who specialized in books for young readers.
The House with a Clock in Its Walls (1973) incorporates physical features of
a house located in Marshall in the plot. The book was adapted for television in 1979.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT + SMALL BUSINESS + CHAMBER
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Save Your Home
From Box Store Boring
Handle & Hinge
148 W. Michigan Ave, Marshall
Open Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-5:30pm
& Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm
www.BuildersHardwareMI.com
Magnificent
Selection of
Hardware for
Cabinets, Doors &
Baths To Fit Any
Style and Budget
Building Community
Through the Arts
Home to the Marshall Civic Players
Open
7 Days
aWeek for
2 MILES SOUTH OF FOUNTAIN CIRCLE
Largest Menu Selection
in The Area
Lunch
& Dinner
Bringing you concerts, musicals,
plays, art exhibits and much more.
http://www.frankecenterforthearts.org/
Favorite Cocktails • Club Keno
269-789-0058
Good Food, Good Drinks, Good Times
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Box Office: 269.781.0001
Unique Gifts & Home Decor
Your Destination For Every Occasion Since 1977
Unique Gifts · The Best Cards · Vera Bradley · Fun Clothing & Accessories · DaVinci Beads
Wine Accessories · Kitchen Gadgets · Permanent Christmas Loft · Open 7 Days
1927 Barton Theater Organ played on request
150 West Michigan Avenue · Downtown Marshall
www.molehole.com · 269-781-5923
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15325 W. Michigan Ave, Marshall, MI 49068
NW Corner of Michigan Ave and I69
Claudia Murch
142 W. Michigan, Marshall MI 49068
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269.781.7091
269.558.8080
Selected Ladies’
Apparel & Accessories
156 West Michigan
Marshall, Michigan
(269) 781-9226
The National House Inn
Celebrating
the year of our
30th
Anniversary!
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Where “Good Friends” Meet!
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Award Winning Burgers since 1838
Hours:
Mon-Sat 11am-2am
Sunday 12pm-1am
Proprietor Susan
Schnaitman
www.backroadssaloon.com
269.781.3571
201 W. Michigan Ave.
Marshall, MI 49068
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As Always, a “Cordial” Welcome Awaits You.
1835
Michigan’s Oldest Operating Inn
1835 Stagecoach stop, part of the Underground Railroad.
Fifteen rooms Williamsburg style & Victorian. Located
in Landmark District at Brooks Towne Square.
(269) 781-7374
www.nationalhouseinn.com
[email protected]
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Calhoun County enjoys a rich history filled with inventions
and innovations. Not only was breakfast cereal born in Battle
Creek, the Seventh Day Adventist religion was too. Discover
their history, and how they are related, at the Historic
Adventist Village.
The American Museum of Magic is known around the world
as a storehouse of the secrets of magic, and the contents of
the U.S. Postal Museum are second only to the Smithsonian both of these museums are in Marshall.
Learn about the connection between Albion and the
notorious Purple Gang on a self-guided walking tour.
Fort Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek
BATTLE CREEK
q Fort Custer National Cemetery
15501 West Dickman Road
(269) 731-4164
www.cem.va.gov
One of two National Cemeteries in
Michigan.The final resting place to over
26,000 veterans and family members.
The Avenue of Flags is composed of 152
American flags located along the entrance
drive, and an additional 50 flags are
arranged in a semi-circle at the head of
the thoroughfare, representing each state.
q Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center
74 North Washington Avenue
(269) 961-7015
www.gsa.gov/portal/ext/html/site/
hb/category/25431/actionParameter/
exploreByBuilding/buildingId/787
Once Dr. John Harvey Kellogg’s Battle
Creek Sanitarium, then it became the
Percy Jones Army Hospital, and today
it houses elements of the Defense
Logistics Agency.
Did you know?
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Sojourner Truth Statue,
Monument Park, Battle Creek
q Battle Creek Walking Tours
34 W. Jackson Street
(269) 962-2240
Brochures are available at the Calhoun
County Visitors Bureau for self-guided
walking tours showcasing Battle Creek
history and its neighborhoods.
q Historic Adventist Village
480 West Van Buren Street
(269) 965-3000
www.adventistheritage.org
A 19th century village that takes visitors
back in time with restored buildings. The
John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center
is an interactive family attraction where
visitors experience health treatments and
practices from more than a century ago.
Historic Adventist Village, Battle Creek
q Kellogg House Park
1 Monroe Street
(269) 968-1611
W.K. Kellogg’s former home. Location of
the Underground Railroad sculpture.
q Kimball House Museum
196 Capital Avenue NE
(269) 965-2613
www.heritagebattlecreek.org
Tour this Queen Anne-style Victorian
house and see historic exhibits.
Sojourner Truth, a former slave and abolitionist speaker, chose to make her home in Battle Creek for the latter part of
her life. Friends with presidents and writers, she was the first local person to experience international fame.
Ideas For
q Monument Park
Division (M-66) and Hamblin Avenue
(269) 962-2240
Features the C.W. Post statue, the Stone History Tower, and the
Sojourner Truth Monument.
q Oak Hill Cemetery
255 South Avenue
(269) 964-7321
Buriel place of Battle Creek’s pioneers.
MARSHALL
q American Museum of Magic
(269) 781-7570
www.americanmuseumofmagic.org
The American Museum of Magic houses
the largest collection of magic artifacts
on public display in the United States.
History Buffs
q Capitol Hill School
602 E. Washington Street
(269) 781-8544
Visitors can see a 19th century school
room and children’s toys and games
from yesteryear.
q Grand Army of the Republic Hall
(269) 781-8544
The GAR Hall contains war artifacts and
the Marshall Historical Museum.
q Governor’s Mansion Museum
612 South Marshall Avenue
(269) 781-5260
A ‘hands-on’ way to experience life from
the pioneer days.
q Historic Barton Theatre Organ
Mole Hole of Marshall
(269) 781-5923
www.molehole.com
The Historic Barton Theatre Organ plays
music all year at the Mole Hole.
American Museum of Magic, Marshall
Underground Railroad Sculpture,
Kellogg House Park, Battle Creek
q Historic Walking Tours
Marshall Area
(269) 781-5163
www.historicmarshall.org
Marshall offers guests a variety of
walking tours at the Welcome Center.
q The Honolulu House Museum
107 North Kalamazoo Avenue
(269) 781-8544
The interior has spectacular paint-onplaster walls and ceilings restored to the
splendor of the 1880’s.
q Marshall Historical Society
107 North Kalamazoo Avenue
(269) 781-8544
Custom designed tours for any size group.
q National House Inn
102 S. Parkview • (269) 781-7374
www.nationalhouseinn.com
Michigan’s oldest operating inn. Explore
the gift shop.
q Oakridge Cemetery
614 Dibble (near Homer Rd)
(269) 781-7895
The second oldest operating cemetery
in Michigan. A self-guided walking tour
showing notable tombstones is available
at the Marshall Welcome Center.
q Brooks Memorial Fountain
Intersection of Michigan and
Kalamazoo Avenues
(269) 781-5163
A lovely Greek revival structure featuring
a color light show in the evenings.
Hololulu House, Marshall
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History Buffs
ALBION
q Gilmore Car Museum
q Albion’s Historic Tours
(517) 629-5533
albionedirectory.com/walkingtours
Learn more about Albion on a selfguided tour. Tours include The Historic
Markers Tour, Downtown Historic Heart
of the City Tour, The Purple Gang Tour,
and several Riverside Cemetary Tours.
q Tombstone Tour & Town Tales
Late September
Burr Oak Cemetery, Athens
595 V Drive South
5 blocks west of the blinker light
Includes notable figures speaking on
their lives, including Dr. Homer Stryker
who was born and is buried in Athens.
q Gardner House Museum
Gilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners
Sojourner Truth tombstone,
Oak Hill Cemetery, Battle Creek
q U.S. Postal Museum
(269) 979-2719
The largest collection of U.S. Postal
memorabilia outside of Washington’s
Smithsonian Institution.
q Walters Gasoline Museum
Downtown Marshall
(269) 789-2562
Gasoline artifacts and Marshall area
memorabilia.
Did you know?
Hickory Corners
(269) 671-5089
gilmorecarmuseum.org
It’s about more than cars, it’s an amazing experience for everyone!
See America’s Signature Collection of
vintage cars, shown in entertaining and
encompassing exhibits.
509 South Superior Street
(517) 629-5100
www.albionhistoricalsociety.org
A local history museum.
Members of The Purple Gang,
Albion Historic Walking Tour
q Holy Ascension Orthodox Church
810 Austin Avenue
(517) 629-6345
www.orthodoxchurchalbion.org
This historic church was built in 1916 by
Albion’s Russian community.
NEARBY
q Blair Historical Farm Museum
Homer Historical Society
505 Grandview, Homer
(517) 568-3116
Enjoy historical displays of what farm life
was like in pioneer times.
John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center,
Adventist Village, Battle Creek
q W.K. Kellogg Manor House
3700 East Gull Lake Drive, Hickory
Corners
(269) 671-2160
Tours provide information about
the life of W.K. Kellogg, interesting
details of this 1920’s house, and
information about the W.K. Kellogg
Biological Station.
Rev. John D. Pierce and lawyer Isaac E. Crary, both of Marshall, sat under the Education Oak and designed the Michigan
school system. Their format was later adopted by all of the Northwest Territory and became the foundation for the U.S.
Land Grant Act of 1861. This Act created schools like Michigan State University all over the United States.
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Our History: The Cereal City
In 1866 the Seventh Day Adventists
opened a health institute to promote
preventative medicine as a way to help
patients with digestive issues, a common
ailment during that time when diets were
rich in meat and poor in fiber.
In 1876 the facility hired a new medical
director, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg. Dr.
Kellogg named the property the Battle
Creek Sanitarium (The San, for short).
Research was conducted to discover
alternative foods that would appeal to the
patients tastebuds, but also follow the
strict dietary guidelines. One day while Dr.
Kellogg and his brother, William K. Kellogg,
were trying to develop a breakfast food
alternative they were called away and the
wheat mixture they had been working on
became dry and stale before they could
return. Being on a tight budget, they decided
to continue with their experiment. They
flattened the mixture, hoping for long sheets
of dough to come out of the rolling machine
- instead, to their surprise, they made flakes!
The brothers decided to toast the flakes and
serve it to the patients. It was an instant hit.
Several years later W.K. Kellogg
stopped working for the San, bought
the rights to Kellogg’s Cornflakes,
and started a business producing and
marketing his product.
Homemakers flocked to the tasty, readyto-eat breakfast food - other cereals
of that time had to be cooked and/or
soaked overnight before they could be
eaten. With Kellogg’s Cornflakes®, you
just had to add milk!
In the late 1880s, The San had a patient
named Charles W. Post who became a
huge fan of the diet. After he left The San
he began to experiment with grains
too. He soon developed Postum®, a
coffee substitute, and Grape-Nuts®, a
cereal concentrate that contains neither
grapes nor nuts!
In the early 1900s there were over 100
cereal companies located in Battle Creek.
Most of these companies failed due to poor
leadership or production methods, however,
one current company can trace its roots
back to this cereal-boom era - Ralston
Foods (now owned by ConAgra). Ralston
makes many private brand cereals.
Of interesting note, in 1928 the Ralston
plant was destroyed by a fire and the
rival Postum Cereal Company (Post)
allowed Ralston to use some of its idle
equipment for two weeks so they could
make their deliveries!
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Borgess Health Park
3035 Capital Avenue SW, Battle Creek
(269) 565.9100
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Learn more about the
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work in Battle Creek
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L AK EVIEW
SQUARE 10
Historic Adventist Village
480 W Van Buren St., Battle Creek, MI
Open Nov 1st – March 31st
Sun.–Fri. 10am-4pm & Sat. 2pm-4pm.
April 1st – October 31st
Sun.-Fri. 10am-5pm & Sat, 2pm-5 pm
For Appointment - Call 269-965-3000
Historic Adventist Village
5775 Beckley Road
269.425.3095
carmike.com
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Now All Digital Picture & Sound!
Located 6 Miles west of
Coldwater, MI - on Old US-12
The recreated 19th century village takes visitors back in time to restored and
replicated buildings. Visitors view history in a restored log cabin, one-room school
house, and other houses and churches of the Adventist pioneers who settled in the
west end of Battle Creek over 150 years ago.
D
r. John Harvey Kellogg
Discovery Center
Offers a fun learning experience for all ages. Learn about health treatments and
practices of more than a century ago, while discovering the health principles that
made the Battle Creek Sanitarium world famous and how these health principles
led to the invention of the flaked cereals which made Battle Creek, “the Cereal
Capital of the World!”
Groups and Buses Always Welcome (pre-arrangement preferred) Free Parking
No Charge, Donations Welcome
www.adventistheritage.org
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Formed from the retreat of glaciers at the end of the last
ice age, the landscapes found in Calhoun County contain
rolling hills, forests, lakes and streams. For a quick
escape, take a stroll on the Albion or Marshall Riverwalks,
or enjoy the Battle Creek Linear Park.
Take time to walk the paths of the Historic Bridge Park
and Leila Arboretum, both in Battle Creek, and Brooks
Nature Area in Marshall, for a more intimate woodland
experience. Nearby, explore the Baker and W.K. Kellogg
Bird Sanctuaries.
Paddler’s Grove, Battle Creek
CALHOUN COUNTY
Mill Race Park, Battle Creek
q Irving Park
q Diving Adventures
www.sassdive.com
(269) 488-7570
Join the dive group for a diving
adventure in an area lake.
q Kanoe the Kazoo
www.kalamazooriver.org
From May through September various
floats are offered on stretches of the
Kalamazoo River for both experienced
and beginning canoer and kayakers.
q Treasure Hunting
www.CacheCalhoun.org
www.geocaching.com
www.letterboxing.org
Geocaching and Letterboxing are realworld outdoor treasure hunts. Players
try to locate hidden containers, called
caches (pronounced “cashes”),
using a handheld GPS device or
smartphone. Finds can then be
shared online.
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Calhoun County Trailway, Battle Creek
BATTLE CREEK
q Calhoun County Trailway
Battle Creek
www.calhouncountytrailway.org
A 6-mile non-motorized pathway for
the enjoyment of nature starting at the
Memorial Bridge on Verona Road (which
connects to the Battle Creek Linear
Path), winding through the Ott Biological
Preserve and Kimball Pines Nature area
and ending up at Historic Bridge Park.
Part of the North Country National Trail.
q Friendship Park
Capital Ave NE on the river
An ampitheater where music groups
perform during the summer. Site of a
riverfront mural.
311 N. East Avenue
(269) 966-3431
Disc golf is the sport of choice at Irving
Park. The park also offers a small pond
and a picnic area.
q Kellogg House Park
1 Monroe Street
W.K. Kellogg’s former home now sits in
a park-like setting with beautiful trees,
flowers and lawn. The Underground
Railroad Sculpture can be found here. A popular place for pictures!
q Leila Arboretum
(269) 969-0270
www.lasgarden.org
A 72-acre arboretum featuring a
picturesque fountain, themed floral
gardens, children’s garden, gazebos, a
pavillion, sculptures, a peace labyrinth, a
disc golf course, and rolling hills perfect
for winter sledding. Come for a casual
stroll or run the one- or two-mile loop.
Ideas For
q Battle Creek Linear Park
Throughout Battle Creek
(269) 966-3431
www.bcparks.org
Over 22 miles of paved pathway, perfect
for walking, running and biking. The trail
features unique plants, animals, and
historical and cultural points-of-interest.
Part of the North Country National
Scenic Trail.
q Mill Race Park
East Michigan Avenue
(269) 966-3431
www.bcparks.org
A mill race is a narrow, swift and
powerful channel (or sluice) of water
that turns a water wheel to produce
power. The mill race honored at this park
powered many local businesses. While
here, enjoy the beautiful waterfall, public
art, shady picnic areas and playground
equipment.
Nature Lovers
q Willard Beach
Off Capital Avenue
A sandy beach on Lake Goguac for
swimming. Enjoy the picnic tables and
shelters for a summer family getaway!
q Woodland Park & Nature Preserve
Helmer Road, south of Lakeview High School
With five miles of trails, visitors enjoy this
rustic green preserve all year.
MARSHALL
q Brooks Nature Area
18 1/2 Mile Road on Stuart Lake
www.cityofmarshall.com/faqs/128
2.3 miles of maintained trails with a
relatively flat terrain and a variety of
habitats to enjoy.
q Grever’s Nature Center
Verona Road
www.northcountrytrail.org/cnd/
calhoun.htm
90 acres of hiking trails.
Ott Biological Preserve, Battle Creek
q Ketchum Park
Montgomery St. off Marshall Ave.
(Near Fairgrounds)
www.thechambermarshall.com/
attractions/6
Kid’s Kingdom, the park’s large
wooden play structure, and the skate
park are favorites. The park also has
two shelters for picnics.
q Marshall Riverwalk
Pearl Street to Stuart’s Landing
(269) 781-5163
The 1.6-mile boardwalk consists of
both elevated and paved pathways
along with five pedestrian bridges,
canoe launches and scenic overlook
areas. Wooded pathways follow both
Rice Creek and the Kalamazoo River.
Part of the North Country Trail.
q Stuart’s Landing
Just east of S. Marshall Ave.
on Homer Road
www.cityofmarshall.com/
departments/134
Picnic areas and a gazebo that
overlook the Kalamazoo River.
The park includes a band shell for
concerts and serves as a starting
point for the Marshall Riverwalk.
Marshall Riverwalk boat launch, Marshall
q Ott Biological Preserve
Michigan Avenue, Emmett Twp
(269) 781-9841
300-acres of green space with two lakes,
trailways, and natural habitats.
q Paddler’s Grove
From Beadle Lake Road and turn left
onto S. River Drive
Fishing, kayaking, boat launch, and more.
Marshall Riverwalk
Did you know?
During World War II, the United States and Great Britain spent $20 million in failed attempts to
synthesize penicillin. In 1957, Battle Creek-born John C. Sheehan “achieved the impossible.”
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Nature Lovers
q Reiger & Victory Parks
q Wilder Creek Conservation Club
19833 D Drive South
(269) 962-8069
www.wildercreekconservationclub.org
A 60-acre wildlife habitat with raised
wooden trails, viewing platforms and
panoramic views.
At N. Superior and E. Michigan
Avenue intersection
(517) 629-2479
Adjoining parks that offer swimming,
beach play, and fishing in the summer
and ice skating in the winter. Changing/
warming house, handicapped
accessible, waterfall and boat launch.
NEARBY
q Baker Bird Sanctuary
21145 Fifteen Mile Rd., Bellevue
269.223.9984
www.michiganaudubon.org/
conservation/sanctuaries/baker
An 898-acre Sandhill Crane sanctuary
with two groomed trails for hiking and
cross-country skiing. A self-guiding
brochure, available at the Doty Shelter,
helps identify flowers on a mile-long trail.
q Highland River Adventures
(269) 339-0771
www.highlandriveradventures.com
Kayak rentals and guided tours.
q Homer Bike Path
A 10-14-foot-wide paved trail to run,
walk, rollerblade or bicycle.
q W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
12685 East C Avenue, Augusta
(269) 671-2510
www.kbs.msu.edu/birdsanctuary
Enjoy a 3/4 mile paved walking path
that takes visitors through the grounds
to enjoy spotting many of the wild and
captive birds that make their home here.
While here, also visit the bookstore and
the Overlook Museum.
Albion City Parks
q Voorhees Sanctuary
24 Mile Road at O Drive
www.michiganaudubon.org/conservation/
sanctuaries/voorhees
A 40-acre wildlife sanctuary is a favorite
among bird watchers.
ALBION
q Albion City Parks
606 E. Cass
(517) 629-1000
Eight of the city’s fifteen parks are
located along the Kalamazoo River. Park
activities include canoe put-ins, fishing,
picnicing, hiking, bicycling, ice skating,
basketball and tennis courts, and more!
q Albion River Trail
A 10-14-foot-wide paved trail to run,
walk, rollerblade or bicycle. The trail is
1.6 miles and stretches from Victory Park
to Harris Field.
Did you know?
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Kalamazoo River, Albion City Parks
q Fort Custer Recreation Area
5163 Fort Custer Drive, Augusta
(269) 731-4200
www.michigandnr.com
Three lakes, high rolling meadows,
wetlands and abundant woods with
28-miles of hiking, biking and horse
trails. Camping facilities including rustic
cabins. Activities include swimming at
Eagle Lake beach, picnic shelters, disc
golf, hunting, fishing, mountain biking
and cross-country skiing.
Baker Bird Sanctuary, Bellevue
Albion abounds with natural beauty and has been designated a “Tree City U.S.A.” by the National Arbor Day Foundation.
CAMPGROUNDS
q Camp Turkeyville RV Resort
18935 15 1/2 Mile Road Marshall
(269) 781-4293 - 128 Sites
www.turkeyville.com
Historic Bridge Park
14930 9 Mile Road
Emmett Township
www.calhouncountyroads.com/parks/historic-bridge-park
An open air museum of historic truss bridges. There are five metal truss bridges
and a stone arch bridge for a total of six bridges in the park. Also available are
picnic areas, a playground, river access with boat launch, and restrooms. This
scenic area is a favorite spot to take pictures.
q Fort Custer Recreation Area
Camp
RV Resort,
Marshall
5163Turkeyville
Fort Custer
Drive,
Augusta
(269) 731-4200 - 219 Sites
www.michigan.gov/fortcuster
q Hideaway Hills Campground
21901 Collier Avenue, Battle Creek
(269) 962-1600 - 200 Sites
q Lighthouse Village RV Resort
1001 24 Mile Road, Homer
(517) 568-4343 - 788 Sites
q Potawatomi Recreation Area
1117 Bell Road, Union City
(517) 278-4289 - 124 Sites
q Quality Camping, Inc.
5775 Old US 27 South, Marshall
(517) 767-4161 - 252 Sites
Rockey’s Campground, Albion
q Rockey’s Campground
19880 27 1/2 Mile Road, Albion
(517) 857-2200 - 62 Sites
www.rockyscampground.com
q Tri Lake Trails
219 Lyon Lake Road, Marshall
(269) 781-2297 - 272 Sites
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Battle Creek is home to the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) State Finals in several sports,
and Bailey Park hosts some of the finest baseball and softball
tournaments in the country. Come and root for your favorite team!
The Kellogg Arena is constantly buzzing with trade shows, concerts,
and sport tournaments. Revolution Arena is a premier ice arena with
open skate opportunities.
Calhoun County is a golfer’s dream! There are 13 golf courses in
the area that will challenge not only the beginner, but also the most
advanced player. Have you tried disc golf? With all of the courses
around Calhoun County, this fun and new sport is waiting for you!
Calhoun County is your destination for sports and recreation!
Kellogg Arena, Battle Creek
Bailey Park, Battle Creek
q Bailey Park
1392 Capital Avenue, Battle Creek
269-966-3431
A multi-use 80-acre park featuring
four full-sized baseball stadiums,
two quadra-plex softball/baseball
diamonds, four sand volleyball courts;
a playground, twelve shuffleboard
courts, picnic area and boat launch.
Located along the BC Linear Path.
q BC Coyote Football
Harper Creek High School
12677 Beadle Lake Rd, Battle Creek
(269) 213-4975
www.battlecreekcoyotes.com
An adult amateur team raising
awareness and money for local families
impacted by cancer.
q BC Bombers Baseball Club
Albion College, Albion
Bailey Park
1392 Capital Avenue, Battle Creek
(269) 962-0735
www.battlecreekbombers.com
2011 World Series Champions and a
member of Northwoods League, the
country’s premier summer collegiate
baseball league.
q BC Family YMCA
Did you know?
182 Capital Avenue NE, Battle Creek
(269) 963-9622
www.ymcabattlecreek.org
Day passes available.
Mike Reilly, who umpired in four Major League Baseball World Series games,
was raised and still resides in Battle Creek, the breakfast cereal capital of the world - a fact
that prompted longtime baseball broadcaster Ernie Harwell to nickname him “Corn Flakes Reilly”.
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Ideas For
q Collegiate Sports
Albion College Britons:
www.albion.edu/sports
Kellogg Community College Bruins:
www.kellogg.edu/athletics
Western Michigan University
Broncos: www.wmubroncos.com
q Excalibur Paintball & Airsoft
10580 Gorsline Rd, Battle Creek
(269) 963-3925
www.bcsplat.com
Over 40-acres. Operation: Zombie
Hunt takes place in October.
q Marshall Athletic Fields
www.cityofmarshall.com/
departments/134
Baseball/softball diamonds, a football
field, a playground and several sand
volleyball courts.
q Revolution Arena
75 Houston Street, Battle Creek
(231) 290- 0816
bcjrrevolution.pointstreaksites.com
A 85' x 200' ice skating rink.
q Windsong Stable
11666 Sonoma Road, Battle Creek
(269) 979-4621
www.windsongstableinc.com
q Zukowski’s Meadowview Farms
4698 H Drive South, East Leroy
(269) 753-5026
www.zmfarabian.com
q Sports Forum at Full Blast
35 Hamblin Avenue, Battle Creek
(269) 966-3667
www.fullblast.org
Basketball, volleyball, floor hockey,
indoor running/walking track,
and fitness center. Day passes available.
Bailey Park, Battle Creek
q Kellogg Arena
1 McCamly Square, Battle Creek
(269) 963-4800
www.kelloggarena.com
A 30,000-square-foot flexible space
able to accommodate a wide variety
of events including sports, concerts,
trade shows, meetings, and more.
Connected to McCamly Plaza Hotel.
Sports Nuts
q Nancy G. Held Equestrian Center
Albion College
11039 29 S Mile Road, Albion
(517) 629-0836
www.albion.edu/heldcenter
Nancy G. Held Equestrian Center, Albion
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Public Golf Courses
CourseSlope
BATTLE CREEK
Address
Phone
Holes Par Yardage RatingRating
1 Bedford Valley
23161 Waubascon Road
(269) 965-3385
18
72
6980
73.5 131
2 Binder Park
7255 B Drive South
(269) 979-8250
27 36-36-35 6885
71.5 131
3 Cedar Creek
14000 Renton Road
(269) 965-6423
18
72
6467
70.4 124
4 Cedar Farms
12111 N Helmer Road
(269) 979-7277
18
61
3179
N/A
N/A
5 Custer Greens
5500 Armstrong Road
(269) 968-7398
9
34
2380
N/A
N/A
6Marywood
21310 North Avenue
(269) 968-1168
18
72
6418
70.1 120
7 Oakland Hills
11619 H Drive North
(269) 965-0809
18
72
6631
N/A
N/A
8Riverside
(269) 964-0291
18
72
6664
72.2 128
9
Springbrook
1600 Avenue A
(269) 441-7529
9
36
2945
69.0 131
MARSHALL
10
Alwyn Downs
11 The Medalist
1225 S. Kalamazoo Avenue
15701 N Drive North
(269) 781-3905
(269) 789-4653
18
18
72
72
6207
6955
68.5
74.7
N/A
139
14827 26-1/2 Mile Road
(517) 629-8241
18
72
6382
N/A
N/A
9044 R Drive South
(517) 765-2232
18
72
5528
66.2
105
ALBION
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Tomac Woods
UNION CITY
13 Turtle Creek
Bedford Valley Golf Course, Battle Creek
Binder Park Golf Club, Battle Creek
The Medalist, Marshall
DISC GOLF COURSES Holes
Hole Type
Tee Type
14 Begg Park
503 Military St., Springfield/Battle Creek (269) 965-2354 18 BasketsConcrete
15 Cold Brook Park
14467 E. MN Ave, Climax (269) 746-4270
24
Mach 3
Concrete
16 Dexter Lake Church 1555 E. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek (269) 968-8026
9
Chainstar
Dirt
17 Ft Custer Rec Area 5163 Fort Custer Dr., Augusta (269) 731-4200
24 ChainstarRubber
18 Irving Park
155 Walters Ave., Battle Creek
24
Mixed
Mixed
19 Leila Arboretum
928 W. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek (269) 969-0270
18
Arroyo Vortex Concrete
20
Victory Park
112 W. Cass Street, Albion (517) 629-5535
18
Chainstar
Concrete
Did you know?
Sharon Kay Miller of LPGA fame was born in Marshall on January 31, 1941. She won the LPGA Tour in 1973 and 1974.
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Run/Walk Events
q Cereal City Classic
Battle Creek - June
www.cerealcitystampede.com/dash
Complete your run, then join us at the
World’s Longest Breakfast Table!
q Strut for Strays
Battle Creek - July
q Festival of the Forks Run
Albion - September
Run through downtown Albion then enjoy
the festival events and activities.
q Run By The River 5K
Battle Creek, Bailey Park - September
brighterdaysahead.us/category/races
Run at Bailey Park in Battle Creek.
The timed course that finishes on the trails
q Bakers Dozen Beer Run
behind the Humane Society.
q Athens 5K Indian Run
Athens - July
Cereal City Triathlon
q Reuben Race 5K
Marshall - March
www.pastramijoes.com/reubenrace
Benefits the Fountain Clinic, for residents
who cannot afford health care.
q BC Spring Into Action
Run and Activity Day
Battle Creek - April
www.bcspringintoaction.com
Get moving this spring with this run and
fun activities.
q Oaklawn Hospitality Classic
Marshall - May
Run through historic Downtown Marshall and
then tour many unique museums.
q Summer Shuffle
Battle Creek - May
www.SummerShuffle.com
5K race that is followed by a Kids Health
and Wellness Fair.
q Calhoun County Cancer
Control Coalition Race
Battle Creek - June
For colon cancer awareness.
q Binder Park Zoo Cheetah Chase
Battle Creek - June
This family fun event features a wide
variety of zoo animals along the course.
Visit the zoo at a more leisurely pace
later in the day for a more close up look.
Did you know?
The flat and fast course runs the perimeter
of downtown Athens.
q Road Hog 5K Run/Walk
Homer - August
homerindex.com
Enjoy a parade, music and fireworks too!
q Shermanator Triathlon/
Duathlon / Aquabike
August, Sherman Lake - August
www.shermanatortri.org
q Summer in the City 5K
Run/Walk & 1 Mile Fun Run
Battle Creek, Bailey Park - August
runsignup.com
A fast and flat USATF certified course.
q Cereal City Triathlon
Willard Beach, Battle Creek - Aug
www.cerealcitytriathlon.com
Triathlon or Duathlon - your choice!
q Firecracker 5K
Union City - August
Half-Marathon
Marshall - September
Marathon your way - individually, on a
relay team, or on a bicycle! Start with
a Louie’s donut and finish at the Dark
Horse Brewery, where you will enjoy
drink specials for the rest of the day!
q Kellogg’s Dig ‘em Dash
Battle Creek, Kellogg's World HQ
September
www.cerealcitystampede.com/dash
Wind your way through cereal city
as you meet and greet your favorite
Kellogg’s characters.
q Road Hawg Classic 5K and 10K
Battle Creek, Air Natl Guard Base
November
facebook.com/road.hawg.classic
Run on an airplane runway!
q Snow Dash 5K
Marshall - December
runningintheusa.com
Experience a beautiful evening of
running through the holiday lights in
picturesque Marshall.
runsignup.com
Starts and ends at the beautiful Riverview Park in Union City.
q Light’em Up with Love
Battle Creek - August
brighterdaysahead.us/category/races
Streets are filled with glow sticks.
q Alive and Running VA 5K
Battle Creek - September
aliveandrunningva.com
A walk/run for suicide awareness.
Cereal City Classic
Lisa Larson Rainsberger is the last American woman to win the Boston Marathon, with a time of 2:34:06.
Rainsberger was born in Battle Creek.
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18-hole par 72 championship golf course with rolling
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Excellent practice facilities
Outstanding clubhouse & banquet facilities
45 guest rooms with flat screen TVs
Dine in the Evergreen Grill or on the Pub Deck
overlooking the 18th green
Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
15 miles from Battle Creek
Grounds & trails open 365 days/year
12685 East C Avenue, Augusta
(269) 671-2510
Indoor/Outdoor
Water Park
kbs.msu.edu
Open Memorial
Day through
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Historic home of ‘the cereal king’
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3700 E. Gull Lake Drive
Hickory Corners (269) 671-2160
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35 Hamblin Ave • Downtown Battle Creek
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1079 North Ave., Battle Creek • One Block North of Morgan Rd.
Specializing in motors, pumps, fans,
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Battle Creek
(269) 962-0923
2827 Wilber Ave
Springfield, MI
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Kalamazoo
(269) 343-7090
2734 Miller Rd.
Kalamazoo, MI
“Southwest Michigan’s Largest Beverage Selection”
“Four Convenient Locations to serve you”
5570 Beckley Rd. • Battle Creek MI • 269-979-WINE
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YOUR
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Steam Train Rides
Drive-In Movie
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Antique Capital
800-968-9333
Discover-Michigan.com
MotoCross
100 Lakes
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kellogg.edu
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Amish Shops
Lazer Tag
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LINEAR PARK
Exercise your body
Exercise your mind
The Battle Creek
Linear Park
offers unlimited
recreational
opportunities
including walking,
running, biking,
rollerblading, picnicking,
play equipment, fishing
and river access.
The Park’s 25 miles of paved pathway,
winding through wooded areas, open
fields and parks, is perfect for a brisk
jog or a leisurely stroll. The Linear Park
is wheelchair accessible.
Linear fun is for everyone.
LINEAR PARK
Battle Creek Parks and Recreation
(269) 966-3431 • www.bcparks.org
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INDEX Advertisers & Attractions A City Cab..................................................Ad-56
Albion College...........................................22, 51
Albion Festivals.............................10, 15, 21, 54
Albion River Trail.......................................10, 48
American Museum of Magic........................9, 41
Arcadia Brewing Company........................23, 29
Art Center of Battle Creek...................18, Ad-36
Backroads Saloon...............................24, Ad-39
Bailey Park..................................................8, 50
Baker Bird Sanctuary.......................................48
Battle Creek Chamber of Commerce....Ad-56, 58
Battle Creek Enquirer................................Ad-36
Battle Creek Farmers Market....................Ad-16
Battle Creek Festivals......8, Ad-6, 15, 18, 19, 54
Battle Creek Linear Park...........8, 29, 47, Ad-57
Battle Creek Transit...................................Ad-17
Battle Creek Unlimited.....................Ad-6, Ad-17
Baymont Inn, Battle Creek (2 locations)..........32
Berkshire Hathaway....................................A-60
Best Western Inn, Battle Creek...........Ad-27, 33
Binder Park Zoo....Ad-2, 8, 12, 14, 15, Ad-43, 54, Ad-57
Bohm Theatre..................................................21
Borgess Hospital.......................................Ad-44
Brass Band of Battle Creek...........15, Ad-16, 18
Brooks Nature Area.........................................47
Calhoun County Fair........................................20
Capri Drive Inn.....................................13, Ad-45
Cascarelli’s Restaurant....................................25
Clara’s-on-the-River Restaurant....Ad-17, 23, 29
Coldwater CVB..........................................Ad-57
Comfort Inn, Battle Creek................................32
Comfort Inn, Marshall..........................Ad-35, 34
Cornwell’s Turkeyville..........9, Ad-11, 20, 25, 49
Courtyard by Marriott, Battle Creek.....32, Ad-36
Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary...........................13
Dark Horse Brewing Company..............9, 19, 25
Disc Golf....................................................10, 52
Discover Kalamazoo..................................Ad-59
Energy Nook..............................................Ad-17
Fairfield Inn, Battle Creek....................Ad-26, 33
Firekeepers Casino & Hotel.............Ad-5, 24, 32
Fort Custer National Cemetery....................8, 40
Fort Custer Recreation Area................48, 49, 52
Frank Center for the Arts.....................20, Ad-39
Full Blast!.8, 12, Ad-17, Ad-43, 51, Ad-55, Ad-57
Gardner House Museum...........................10, 42
Geocache............................................46, Ad-53
Did You Know?
Gilmore Car Museum..........................Ad-11, 42
Golf Courses........................................52, Ad-53
Great Escape Stage Company........................20
GreenScene..............................................Ad-39
Griffin Pub & Grill...........................Ad-16, 24, 29
Hall Tree....................................................Ad-39
Handle and Hinge......................................Ad-39
Hampton Inn, Battle Creek..............................33
Hampton Inn, Marshall......................... A-35, 34
Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center ...................40
Historic Adventist Village.....................40, Ad-45
Historic Bridge Park.....................................8, 49
Hodges Jewelry.........................................Ad-26
Holiday Inn, Battle Creek.....................Ad-28, 32
Holiday Inn Express, Marshall.............Ad-35, 34
Honolulu House Museum................................41
Horrock’s Farm Market..............................29, 37
Kalamazoo Air Zoo..........................................13
Kalamazoo County Expo Center...............Ad-53
Kalamazoo Festivals...................................Ad-7
Kellogg Arena..................................................50
Kellogg Community College......................Ad-57
Kellogg House Park...................................40, 46
Kids N Stuff Museum.....................10, 13, Ad-36
Kimball House Museum...................................40
Kingman Museum............................................12
Knight’s Inn, Battle Creek....................33, Ad-36
Lakeview Square Mall.............Ad-26, 37, Ad-45
Leila Arboretum.........................8, 12, 19, 46, 52
Malia Mediterranean Bistro........................24, 29
Marshall Festivals......................9, 15, 20, 21, 54
Marshall Moonraker...................................Ad-39
Marshall Riverwalk..........................................47
McCamly Plaza Hotel, Battle Creek....... Ad-27, 32
Mega Bev..................................................Ad-56
Midwest Electric.........................................Ad-56
Mole Hole..................................................Ad-39
Music Center of Battle Creek.....................Ad-17
National House Inn, Marshall........34, Ad-39, 41
North Avenue Church of God....................Ad-56
Oak Hill Cemetery, Battle Creek......................41
Oakridge Cemetery, Marshall..........................41
Ott Biological Preserve....................................47
Pastrami Joe’s Deli..............................Ad-16, 29
Quality Inn & Suites, Battle Creek.........Ad-4, 33
Red Roof Inn, Battle Creek..................Ad-26, 33
Riverview Recreation & Hit’em Here...............12
Schuler’s Restaurant & Pub............9, Ad-11, 25
Southern Exposure Herb Farm........................37
Southern Swing Golf Getaways.................Ad-53
Stagecoach Inn..........................................Ad-39
Territorial Brewing Company...........................24
Tibbits Opera House....................................Ad-6
Travelodge, Battle Creek.....................Ad-27, 33
U.S. Postal Museum ...................................9, 42
Victory Park, Albion.................10, 13, 21, 48, 52
WhatADo Theatre............................................19
Whitehouse Nature Center..............................22
W.K. Kellogg Foundation...........................Ad-45
W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary...............48, Ad-55
W.K. Kellogg Manor House.................42, Ad-55
Yarrow Golf Course...................................Ad-55
Zarzuela’s Restaurant.....................................25
Want more information? Let us help you!
Calhoun County Visitors Bureau
34 W. Jackson St.,1 Riverwalk Centre
Battle Creek, MI 49017
269-962-2240 or 800-397-2240
BattleCreekVisitors
BattleCreekCVB
BattleCreekCVB
BCVisitors
battlecreekcvb.blogspot.com
Greater Albion Chamber of Commerce
Albion, Mi 49224
517-629-5533
Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce
1 Riverwalk Centre, Suite 3A
Battle Creek, MI 49017
269-962-4076
www.battlecreek.org
Marshall Chamber of Commerce
Marshall, MI 49068
269-781-5163
Melvin James "Sy" Oliver, a jazz musician that arranged and conducted many songs for Ella Fitzgerald,
including "T'ain't What You Do (It's the Way That You Do It)", was born in Battle Creek in 1910.
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