Grand Ledge in Eaton County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Second Island

Photographed by John Garman, June 6, 2021

1. Second Island Marker

Inscription. Graced by the natural beauty of these soaring sandstone ledges, Grand Ledge was once famous for its Seven Islands Resort, a recreation area centered on this island from 1870 to 1910. At the turn of the century the ledges made this city one of the most popular resort areas in lower Michigan. Excursion trains brought thousands to enjoy this area which featured steamboat rides, a boat livery, a hotel and vaudeville theater, mineral wells, a roller coaster and fishing. In 1976 the Grand Ledge Area Bicentennial Commission erected the band pavilion.

Erected 1989 by Michigan History Division, Department of State. (Marker Number L0592.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the Michigan Historical Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1870.

Location. 42° 45.31′ N, 84° 44.77′ W. Marker is in Grand Ledge, Michigan, in Eaton County. It is at the intersection of West River Street and Harrison Street, on the right when traveling west on West River Street. Located in the parking lot of the Masonic Lodge, just

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to the left of the pedestrian bridge leading to Second Island. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 200 W River St, Grand Ledge MI 48837, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Mid-Michigan

and in Greater Lansing.

It is also in the American Midwest

and on the Great Lakes.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Historic Island Rollercoaster (within shouting distance of this marker); "Growing Progress" (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Shane Jewelry Company (about 500 feet away); Blake's Opera House (about 500 feet away); Governor Frank D. Fitzgerald Home (about 500 feet away); Grand Ledge 1909 (about 700 feet away); Preston's Grocery - Preston's Bar (approx. 0.2 miles away); Grand Ledge Chair Company (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Grand Ledge.

Photographed by J.T. Lambrou, August 21, 2023

2. Second Island Marker

Pedestrian Bridge Leading to Second Island image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Kathy Garman, June 6, 2021

3. Pedestrian Bridge Leading to Second Island

The marker is located just to the left of this bridge. Heavy foliage made it difficult to get a clear picture of the marker.

A View of the West Shoreline of the Grand River image. Click for full size.

Photographed by John Garman, June 6, 2021

4. A View of the West Shoreline of the Grand River

The sandstone ledges, referenced on the marker, can be seen amongst the trees and foliage along the shoreline.

The Band Pavilion referenced on the Historical Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by John Garman, June 6, 2021

5. The Band Pavilion referenced on the Historical Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on August 25, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 24, 2021, by John Garman of Rochester Hills. This page has been viewed 445 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on September 24, 2021, by John Garman of Rochester Hills. 2. submitted on August 21, 2023, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 24, 2021, by John Garman of Rochester Hills. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.