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Top 9 reasons to visit Michigan give a glimpse of what to do and places to see in the Great Lake State. After all 4 out of the 5 Great Lakes call Michigan home.

History Of Pointe Aux Barques Cottage Community in Michigan’s Thumb

The name Pointe Aux Barques was coined by French sailors and voyageurs in about 1760. The name literally means the point of boats, This is because the rock formations at the tip of the Thumb looked like the prow of a ship. It was also known as a hideout for sailors.

The year is 1912. An exclusive modern resort community is opened at the tip of Michigan’s thumb with direct train service from Detroit. For over 100 years it has been a resort community.