The city of Fennville is in Allegan County, in the southwestern portion of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, straddling the boundary between Manlius Township and Clyde Township.
Situated along M-89, Fennville is 9.3 miles southeast of the center of Douglas. Other nearby cities include Saugatuck, Holland, Allegan, and South Haven.
Acknowledged as the founder of Fennville, Henry Blakslee came to the area and build a home in 1860. However, he joined the union army in 1861 and was killed in action during the Civil War. In 1862, Elim A. Fenn, along with Eli Lewis, Bill to sawmill there in 1862. In reference to the mill, people began to refer to the settlement as Fenn's Mill. In time, this was pluralized to Fenn's Mills, which was the name of the post office that was established there and February 27, 1868. Mr. Fenn was the first postmaster.
The Village was planted in 1871 by Emerson and Company, who owned much of the land there, and the post office was renamed Fennville on September 27 of the year. In October of that year, at about the same time as the Great Chicago Fire, much of the village burned to the ground. The village was rebuilt on adjacent land platted by M.C. Wilson, and it was incorporated as a village in 1889. Fennville became a city in 1961.
Other than a slight decline in 1950 and again in 2010, the population of Fennville has shown steady growth. Its current population is just over 1,400.
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Incorporated as a city in 1961, Fennville, Michigan is in central-western Allegan County, in the southwestern portion of the Lower Peninsula. The official municipal website features an introduction to the city, the city commission, departments, office hours, and contacts. Agendas and minutes are posted to the site, and official documents and reports may be downloaded in PDF format. Also featured is the city's Board of Review, Downtown Development Authority, and Planning Commission.
http://www.fennville.com/
Fennville District Library & Enrichment Center
Funded in part by the Fennville district library endowment fund, the library is located on W. Main St. in Fennville, Michigan. Its hours of operation, phone and fax numbers, and a contact form I featured. Included his information about obtaining a library card, library services, youth and teen services, book clubs, and other programs and events sponsored by the library. Also featured are the library's online services, including electronic books, magazines, music, movies, and other resources.
https://www.fennvilledl.michlibrary.org/
The public school district offers a Kindergarten through the 12th-grade curriculum, operating an elementary school, middle school, and high school, each in the same general area. Each of its campuses is featured, with directions, schedules, contacts, and the staff directory. The Central Office and departments, as well as an annual education report, publications and notices, bond proposal information, community services, and employment opportunities are published on the site.
https://www.fennville.org/
Situated and twenty acres in the heart of the Allegan State Game Area, the volunteer-operated organization is dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of the outdoors, and the promotion of shooting sports. Its facilities include three lighted trap ranges, two skeet fields, one lighted, and a covered rifle-pistol range, as well as a full service, air-conditioned clubhouse. An overview of the club, membership options, prices, events calendar, and the history of the club are included.
http://www.fennvillerodandgunclub.com/
Purchased in 1984, the bed-and-breakfast facility in Fennville, Michigan is in a home that was built in either the late 1800s in the very early 1900s. Restored, it opened as a B&B in 1986. Situated on 2 acres, there are seven guest rooms, one of them being a suite, and each individually a portion. Photos, descriptions, and a list of features and amenities for each provided. Also included is a photo gallery, policy information, and information about its breakfasts, including recipes.
https://www.jpaulesfenninn.com/
Kingsley House Bed & Breakfast
Featuring eight guest accommodations, including Ron's and suites, the Fennville, Michigan bed-and-breakfast is highlighted here. The guest accommodations are described, shown in photos, along with a list of features and amenities, rates, and other information. An introduction to the proprietors is presented, along with a photo gallery, special packages, and promotions. Reservations may be made online, and contact data is available for additional information.
https://www.kingsleyhouse.com/
The Fennville, Michigan retreat center offers rental space in a rustic, private nature seven. Situated in Southwest Michigan, just south of Saugatuck and a couple of miles from the beaches of Lake Michigan, the center supports sustainable practices on 20 acres, which includes a one-acre pond, woodland trails, and three facilities that are used for a variety of purposes. An overview of the facility is provided, including its features and amenities, fees, and policy information.
https://theredspirit.com/
Using fresh ingredients from producers within a fifty mile radius of Allegan County, as well as sustainable sources from beyond, the restaurant staff repairs in Cox from scratch, using ingredients that are in season. Located in Fennville, Michigan, its address, telephone number, email address, social media contacts, and hours of operation are published on the site. The restaurant's food, beverage, and bread menus are featured, and a schedule of live music and other events are highlighted.
https://www.saltoftheearthfennville.com/
