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The 19th century town of Michigan City emerged as a plan before it ever became a settlement. The plan arose from the ambition to create a harbor on Lake Michigan, and a road to transport supplies to homesteaders in Indianapolis and central Indiana. In 1830, just 14 years after Indiana became a state, the land for Michigan City was purchased, sight unseen, by Isaac C. Elston, a real estate speculator who had made a small fortune in Crawfordsville. He paid about $200 total for 160 acres of land including the future harbor at the mouth of Trail Creek. The town was named after the road leading up to Lake Michigan.

Early visitors to the region were captivated by its rugged beauty, its abundance of wildflowers and berries, and especially the majestic sand dunes, one towering to 175-foot height. The land, however, was not suitable for farming. The growth of Michigan City was due to the flowing waters of Trail Creek, which afforded good locations for lumber and gristmills. Farmers came from miles around to have their wheat ground into flour. Other businesses developed rapidly.

The historic Downtown District has retained the ethnic diversity and rich cultural traditions of 19th century Michigan City.

Mayor Angie’s list of priorities was formed with one overarching goal in mind: to enhance the quality of life in Michigan City. The mayor knows that providing proper support for her municipal employees allows them to increase the standard of service they deliver to our residents, neighborhoods, businesses, nonprofit organizations and visitors. And in doing so, they make Michigan City the Region’s premier place to live, work and play.

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Special Events Parking Fees: XInsurance Great Lakes Grand Prix

By: City of Michigan City Last Updated: July 29, 2024

The Michigan City Parks & Recreation Department announces that there will be a special events parking fee on Sunday, August 4, 2024 for the XInsurance Great Lakes Grand Prix. Cars and motorcycles without a Washington Park parking sticker will be...

Michigan City wins $4.6 million infrastructure grant

By: City of Michigan City Last Updated: July 23, 2024

Michigan City wins $4.6 million infrastructure grant Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch is proud to announce that Michigan City has been awarded a $4.6 million grant from the Indiana Residential Infrastructure Fund. The grant, awarded by the Indiana Finance Authority (IFA), marks a...

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: July 22, 2024

10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, July 25 – July 28 As July comes to a close, Northern Indiana is in for tons of festivities! From LakeFest in La Porte to Pierogi Fest in Whiting, you’ll find plenty of fun across the Region this weekend. In Michiana, you can join the Lifers as we celebrate the...

2024 Independence Day Recap: 4th of July in Northern Indiana

By: Damon Modglin, GreatNews.Life Last Updated: July 9, 2024

2024 Independence Day Recap: 4th of July in Northern Indiana For years, GreatNews.Life (GNL) has been capturing your favorite Independence Day moments every 4th of July. From our very first celebration in Valparaiso in 2009, GNL has always provided top-notch photography for the community when it comes to...

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: July 8, 2024

10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, July 11 – July 14 The weather is looking beautiful this weekend in Northern Indiana, so it’s time to get outside and party! Whether you’re prepping for Festival of the Lakes, looking for concerts to jam out to, or hoping to catch some time with your family and...

Michigan City Independence Day Closures

By: City of Michigan City Last Updated: July 3, 2024

City Hall will be closed Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The Michigan City Transit and Refuse departments will be closed as well, meaning bus servicewill not run on Thursday, nor will trash and compost pick-up. Trash and compost...

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