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Tours & Attractions
What an amazing place! Here, you can ride in a miniature train pulled by a 100 -year-old steam engine. Sail on a replica War of 1812 tall ship. Climb to the top of a lighthouse. Or challenge your teens to laser tag. This page directs you to hours of fun.
Makers Trail
Just follow the Makers Trail. What a welcome you’ll receive at each stop along the way in Berrien County as we pop wine corks, tap beer kegs and whiskey barrels, and pour flights for you and your friends. Drink in our makers’ art and bring home your favorites.
For Foodies
Southwest Michigan grows a cornucopia of fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers. Explore this section to find nearby farms and markets to gather up your favorite just-picked, flavor-rich foods. Or a myriad of restaurants and sweets shops — many proudly serving locally raised ingredients. There’s a table ready for you.
Outdoor Recreation
Southwest Michigan is a four-season paradise with Lake Michigan and a countryside peppered with scenic rivers, inland lakes and verdant hills.
Creative Connections
Some places naturally inspire us. Southwest Michigan is one of them. The vibrancy and beauty of Lake Michigan, the serenity of our countryside and the rich stories of our past fill this land with creative inspiration. That’s why some of the region’s finest artists, writers, musicians, history-makers and performers call this home.
Shopping
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, looking for the latest fashions, decorating your home or office — Southwest Michigan’s boutiques, galleries and shops are filled with must-have ideas.
Itineraries
Few places in America offer the gorgeous scenery, farm-fresh deliciousness and hours upon hours of affordable, family fun you'll find in Southwest Michigan.
Parks and Nature
We’ll show you where to climb towering dunes, mountain bike on twisty trails, hunt for crinoids and beach glass and picnic as the sun dips below a vibrantly-hued horizon.

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Museums in Southwest Michigan

Heritage Museum

International Museum Day takes place on May 18 and I thought it’d be a great time to talk about my life before photography: museums.

Top 10 Ways to Celebrate Michigan Wine Month

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May is Michigan Wine Month, and there are many reasons to celebrate in Southwest Michigan! Here are ten ideas for making the most of your celebrations:

Top 10 Free Summer Activities in Southwest Michigan

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Planning a vacation is exciting; budgeting for it… not so much. But your trip to Southwest Michigan doesn’t have to break the bank.

An Insider's Guide to BBQ, Blues and Bluegrass

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BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass

Get an insider's look at the annual event on May 18, 2019 in St. Joseph, Michigan. PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS PASSED FOR 2019. EVENTS DATES WILL BE POSTED FOR 2020 AT A LATER DATE.

May Produce Preview

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Lake Michigan just to the west of Southwest Michigan is more than just pretty beaches and magical sunsets. St. Joseph and the surrounding areas benefit from the lake effect on local agriculture, with rolling hills, rich soils and a more moderate climate (plus snow cover in the winter that keeps the crops safe from frigid days). Did you know Southwest Michigan is the 2nd most agriculturally diverse region in the United States?

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