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Settlement of the area dates from 1847. John P. Sedam was its pioneer, general merchant. David A. Melendy became its first postmaster on June 1, 1864. Named for James Ludington who had large timber investments in the region. Its plat was recorded in 1867. Incorporated as a city in 1873. Charles Mears and Eber B. Ward were leaders in its early development. Informational excerpts from Michigan Place Names, by Walter Romig, L.H.D.
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Attractions: amusement parks, casinos, farms & mills, historic sites, lighthouses, museums, tours, wineries, zoos, planetariums, and waterfalls.
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Historic White Pine Village, 1687 S. Lakeshore Drive, Ludington, MI 49431, Phone: (231) 843-4808. Visit Historic White Pine Village and rediscover small-town Michigan life in the late 1800's and beyond. The beauty, serenity, nostalgia of White Pine Village ensures an exciting, educational experience for the entire family. Visit any of the 22 buildings that are filled with thousands of artifacts that interpret their setting in history. Visit our maritime, lumbering, music museums, blacksmith shop, general store, school, old fashioned ice cream parlor, chapel, gift shop, trapper's cabin and more.
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Dining & Food: Great places to dine!
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Accommodations: Where to stay in and around town!
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The Inn at Ludington, 701 E. Ludington Avenue, Ludington, MI 49431, Phone: (231_) 845-7055
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The Lamplighter B&B, 602 E. Ludington Avenue, Ludington, MI 49431, Phone: (231) 843-9792
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Summit Inn L.L.C,, 4711 S. Lakeshore Drive, Ludington, MI 49431, Phone: (231) 843-4052
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Community Organizations: civic, fraternal, veteran, etc
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Recreation: boating, camping, canoeing, dog-sledding, fishing, golfing, hiking, hunting, kayaking, scuba diving, skiing, snowmobiling, etc.
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Services
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Shopping: antique shops, art galleries, arts & crafts shops, flea markets, gift shops, outlet malls, shopping centers, shopping districts, and specialty shops
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Cole's Antiques Villa [Antique Shop], 322 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, Phone: (231 )845-7414
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Sunset Bay Antiques [Antique Shop], 404 S. James, Ludington, MI 49431, Phone: (231) 843-1559
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