Frankenmuth in Saginaw County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Marv Herzog Fest Platz
Dedicated August 9, 2001
Photographed By Joel Seewald, August 27, 2022
1. Marv Herzog Fest Platz Marker
Marv Herzog, a proud native son, promoted Frankenmuth and its German/Bavarian heritage for over 56 years throughout the USA and Europe with his unique style as a polk accordionist, band leader and as one of its key ambassadors of goodwill.
This area in Heritage Park was named by the City Council on behalf of the Community and in cooperation with the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Civic Events Council to express their gratitude to Marv on his 69th birthday.
Erected 2001 by City of Frankenmuth.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Parks & Recreational Areas.
Location. 43° 19.696′ N, 83° 44.083′ W. Marker is in Frankenmuth, Michigan, in Saginaw County. Marker is at the intersection of Weiss Street and unnamed park road at the entrance to Heritage Park, on the right when traveling north on Weiss Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 607 Weiss Street, Frankenmuth MI 48734, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A Rich History, A Precious Resource (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Frankenmuth Woolen Mill (approx. ¼ mile away); Michigan's Oldest Woolen Mill (approx. ¼ mile away); Star of the West Milling Company
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Also see . . . Marv Herzog - Living Category - Inducted 1979. IPA (International Polka Association) Hall of Fame Biography of Marv Herzog. (Submitted on September 21, 2022, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.)
via International Polka Association, unknown
2. Marv Herzog
Photographed By Joel Seewald, August 27, 2022
3. Marv Herzog Fest Platz Marker
In the background is the Harvey E. Kern Community Pavilion in Heritage Park.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, August 27, 2022
4. Marv Herzog Fest Platz Marker
Heritage Park sign on the opposite side of Weiss Street.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 21, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 21, 2022, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 123 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on September 21, 2022, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. 2. submitted on March 21, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 3, 4. submitted on September 21, 2022, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.
