Attractions

Since 1979, the Castle Building has been preserved by the Historical Society of Saginaw County and is home to the award-winning Castle Museum of Saginaw County History.

Frankenmuth is a city in Michigan, known for its Bavarian-style architecture. The Frankenmuth Historical Museum highlights the area’s German roots. Michigan’s Military & Space Heroes Museum displays flight gear, Medals of Honor and military equipment. Bordered by the Cass River, Heritage Park has an event pavilion and a riverside pathway. Frankenmuth Aerial Park offers ropes courses and zip lines in a wooded area.

The Gardens began as a secure and loving home for entrepreneur Herbert H. Dow, his wife (teacher and philanthropist) Grace A. Dow, and their seven children. Experiments with changing the landscape, discovering which flowers, shrubs, and trees would grow well in the sandy soil, and developing new methods for fruit culture all provided another outlet for Herbert’s far-reaching talents. Upon his passing, Grace Dow established The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation, which has charter goals to improve the ­educational, religious, economic, and cultural lives of Michigan’s people. Dow Gardens is a signature gift of The Foundation as the family shares the estate with the community and its visitors.

The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum is a FREE and open to the public museum which features a unique collection of more than two thousand objects that span the 70-year career of Detroit-based public sculptor Marshall M. Fredericks (1908-1998). He is known nationally and internationally for his impressive monumental figurative sculpture, public memorials, fountains, portraits, and medals.

This library is a beautiful historical treasure for Saginaw. Built in the Romansque (sp?) style, it opened in 1890 to the public. Outside is built of local limestone from the Thumb, and red sandstone from Lake Superior.

The historic Temple Theatre located in downtown Saginaw is a gem. With a storied past, the theatre is a place for audiences to connect and share experiences. From concerts to comedy, The Temple Theatre prides itself in bringing people together

Experience the award winning Andersen Enrichment Center for meetings, weddings, receptions, and other life events. The center is located in the heart of Saginaw’s park district and adjoins the beautiful Lucille Andersen Rose Garden.

Well maintained , this 25 mile stretch goes all the way to St. Charles. We used to do this trail a lot with our kids on bikes and end up at The Freezer for lunch in St. Charles and go swimming across the street at the municipal park. There is a “rest area” in about 3.5 miles from Stroebel, but make sure to pack water (and snacks, if you have younger kids). Heavily tree lined, it’s pleasant, even on a hot day.

The Dow Event Center is a multipurpose venue that provides a variety of entertainment including concerts, sporting events, theater and comedy shows. The arena holds up to 7,600 people and has hosted WWE, Monster Trucks, Bull Riding, among others and is home to the Saginaw Spirit Hockey Team.

The Saginaw Art Museum is a vibrant cultural institution in the Great Lakes Bay Region. Its permanent collection of art includes nearly 2000 pieces that span 4500 years of art history.

Remarkable place to look for and buy antiques. Lots of dealers, prices varies and deals to be had. Buy vintage license plates, books and antiques.

Craft beers are locally brewed and reasonably priced. They do offer can beer for to-go purchase. No food or snacks unless you visit when they have food truck dates/hours. Average service. Inside table and chairs are impeccably done. Logging theme. Lodge type room that could be loud if it was crowded. Outdoor drinking area has plastic tables and chairs and a picnic table and could use a little work.