SUGGS HISTORIAL SITE

VANDALIA, MI

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Suggs Historical Site is a well-preserved historic site located in Vandalia, Michigan. The site is named after one of the earliest settlers in the area, Samuel Suggs, who arrived in 1829. The site is situated on a beautiful piece of land that overlooks the picturesque St. Joseph River.

The site consists of several buildings that have been restored to their original form, including a log cabin, a one-room schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, and a general store. These buildings provide visitors with a glimpse into the daily lives of early settlers in the area, and the challenges they faced.

The log cabin was built by Samuel Suggs himself and is a fine example of the type of housing that was available to settlers at the time. The one-room schoolhouse is also a fascinating building, with its old-fashioned desks and chalkboards, providing insight into what education was like in the early 19th century.

The blacksmith shop and general store are also fascinating buildings, with the former showcasing the importance of skilled tradespeople in early communities, and the latter providing a glimpse into what commerce was like in the area in the early days.

Overall, Suggs Historical Site is a wonderful destination for anyone interested in history and the early settlement of Michigan. The site provides an immersive experience that is both educational and entertaining.

SUGGS HISTORIAL SITE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in VANDALIA MI. US MID #8402600891

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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SUGGS HISTORIAL SITE
60354 MAIN ST
VANDALIA
MI
49095-9505

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MID # 8402600891
Name SUGGS HISTORIAL SITE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 383432348
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.920961, -85.914363
CODES FIPS State Code: 26
FIPS County Code: 027
US Census Tract: 001600
US Census Block: 1052