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- BeachtshirtsCape Coral, FL15 contributionsWe were lucky to put together a group of Scouts and had the beat time discovering so many little facts about this piece of history. They do not get any help to keep this destroyer so all they collect goes to maintain and keep it open. It’s a wonderful window to how things used to be 60+ years ago.Written December 10, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gary RArlington, TN212 contributionsIn the middle of visiting our grandson (and his parents, of course) in Brighton, one of our trips was to Bay City to hang out on the beach. It turned into a great day. The water is shallow for quite awhile, giving even the youngest kids the chance to get wet and play.
There was a decent crowd but we never felt crowded and everyone was respectful and friendly.
They have shelter areas available for rent for family get-togethers, as well as a splash park for kids to play.Written August 20, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Nancy B8 contributionsThis is a wonderful place to take the family. Very affordable and so much fun. Kids and adults enjoy the shows. Planetarium is such a cool place to learn about space, rivers etc. We usually do at least 2 shows when we go.Written April 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jack SThree Rivers, MI338 contributionsThis is a great place for a nice quiet walk. The pier goes halfway across the river with a covered pavilion at the end. The river walk bridge takes the walker to the other side of the river. We did both.Written August 13, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kim L1 contributionThe volunteers that get these old trucks running - wow. Amazing. One of them was driving (and teaching us how to drive) a 100-year-old model T! This place sure is a local treasure, definitely an "off the beaten path" attraction!"Written August 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RICART75Peru, IN2,175 contributionsOnce again, a stay of ours in Bay City meant a visit here.
This is a large facility, with a wide variety of items from which to choose, browse and/or explore.
This stretch of Bay City, has several great antique malls to visit. Malls like this are real time capsules of not only consumerism; but of craftmanship, creativity and sometimes even whimsy.Written March 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Have Camera, Will TravelSouth Bend, IN3,591 contributionsI walked around the area on a warm summer evening and it was excellent. People were out and about, boats were cruising by, the park area looked great. I walked through it and up the steps to the road to check out the flags. It's a nice gathering area.Written December 9, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RICART75Peru, IN2,175 contributionsOne of the joys of returning to Bay City is driving/walking up & down this section of the area.
If one relishes Victorian architecture, as we do, this concentration of craftmanship is an aesthetic uplift; a real joy.
More than once, we took an extra lap back & forth on Center Avenue just to appreciate a time when people took pride in what they created.Written March 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - marcBayCity_MichiganBay City, Michigan37 contributionsgreat day looking up information on the internet. i would recommend this library to any age to use, They have great helpers.Written December 27, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StitcherjerBay City, MI2,026 contributionsWonderful staff with excellent programs to keep kids reading. I especially like the dogs that come to be read to.Written July 13, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- punky_oneClinton, IA118 contributionsThis place is huge! If you like antiques plan on spending a lot of time here. They had a wide variety of items. We were on a schedule and had to rush through it. We’ll definitely go back and take our time.Written February 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RICART75Peru, IN2,175 contributionsThis is a smaller; but well conceived, and nicely designed historical museum.
The history of the area is presented in an interesting and engaging manner. The narrative, and displays, are well conceived; and professionally crafted.
The maritime section, on the 2nd floor, is also quite interesting. Being a hot day, however, it was somewhat stuffy and a bit warm upstairs; so we did not spend as much time there, as the area deserves.
The gift shop is also quite nice, with a decent variety of books and items to browse.
All and all; this is a great option to spend a couple hours learning about the area, and its history.Written August 3, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - L84DinnerBay City, MI5 contributionsVery quaint park dating back 150 years. Beautiful ponds, play structures, tennis courts, pavilion and grass....lots of grass to picnic on, play, walk dogs, etc... this park in in the middle of one of the nicer areas of the city. Homes and gardens are beautiful. The neighborhood is great to walk and the residents are welcoming and gracious. Great place to visit!Written April 9, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DKPuckMuncie, IN1,072 contributionsA very nice park along the water front. We came for the fireworks. A lot of green space and a nice walk along the water for us.Written July 3, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kimberly KWestland, MI82 contributionsI went with my parents in July 2021. It was an easy terain to walk on and wheel walkers. This was our 2nd or even our 3rd time walking that path and we are considering doing it again on our soon up-coming trip.Written July 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
