Sometimes known as Clam Union, Falmouth, Michigan is in the northwestern corner of Clam Union Township, in southern Missaukee County.
As an unincorporated community, Falmouth is without defined borders, but it can be found in the northwestern corner of the township, from South Forward Road along East Prosper Road, north of the Clam River Dam and east of the Clam River, and south off of South Main Street, as far as East Falmouth Road.
The nearest incorporated municipalities are McBain (9.8 miles), Lake City (13.4 miles), and Marion (13.4 miles). Nearby unincorporated communities include Prosper, Vogel Center, Moddersville, and Butterfield.
Like many Michigan communities, Falmouth began as a lumber town. Originally, it was known as Pen Hook, with various spellings (Pinhook, Pin Hook). When a post office was established on December 18, 1871, its name was changed to Falmouth. Eugene W. Watson was its first postmaster. In 1873, it lost by one vote from being named the county seat, with Reeder (Lake City) receiving the designation. John Koopman opened a store in Falmouth in 1879. A couple of years later, he bought the village plat, including a sawmill, a shingle mill, and a grist mill. Although platted, Falmouth was never incorporated as a village.
Still in operation, the Falmouth post office serves part of northern and eastern Clam Union Township, as well as all of Holland Township and small portions of Aetna, Butterfield, Reeder, and Riverside townships. As there are no defined boundaries to the community, online resources representing businesses, churches, schools, organizations, and other entities with a Falmouth postal address might be found here, unless they are clearly located in another community.
Recommended Resources
BCC Poured Walls & General Contracting, Inc.
Based in Falmouth, Michigan, the licensed and insured general contractor specializes in concrete construction, including poured wall basements, crawlspaces, retaining walls, concrete flatwork, and designed/stamped concrete, serving a large area of the northern Lower Peninsula. An overview of the company's services and capabilities is put forth, along with options of poured walls in either brick texture or smooth-faced poured walls, and other options. Office hours and contacts are provided.
https://www.bccpouredwalls.com/
Established in 1978, the local family restaurant is located next door to Ebel's General Store in downtown Falmouth, Michigan. Its location is shown on a map, and its hours of operation and telephone number are posted to the site. Its menu is published on the site, along with its daily specials, and specialties are highlighted. The business includes a bakery section, with fresh-baked bread, pastries, and desserts prepared daily. Customer reviews and social media links are included.
https://duanesfamilyrestaurant.com/
The business began in 1920, with Chris Ebels delivering food and other essentials door to door in a horse-drawn wagon in Falmouth, Michigan. Successive generations have operated the store for five generations, with five major renovations to make room for additional retail space and new business ventures. Its history, location, departments, and contacts are provided. Other resources include recipes, health and wellness tips, wine pairing information, a meal planner, and a shopping list.
https://www.ebelsgeneralstore.com/
Specializing in outdoor power equipment, hardware, and firearms, the retail store is located in Falmouth, Michigan, carrying the LS Tractor, from 23-100 horsepower, a large lineup of Husqvarna power equipment, ECHO brand trimmers and chainsaws, and other outdoor power products, as well as a large parts department and service center. Its gun room stocks a frequently rotating inventory of weapons from several different manufacturers and models, as well as buying used or new firearms.
https://www.ebelshardware.com/
Prosper Christian Reformed Church
The CRC congregation meets at its facilities on Prosper Road in Falmouth, Michigan. Its location is shown on a map, and office hours, the office phone number, and an email address for the pastor are posted. The church's elders and deans are listed, and contributions may be made online. The church's ministries to children and young people are discussed, and supported or affiliated organizations are acknowledged. Worship and program schedules are published, and a sermon archive is included.
https://prospercrc.org/
