Attractions & Entertainment

AJ's Family Fun Center

Amber Elk Ranch

Country Lanes Bowling Center

Historic White Pine Village

Golf Courses

Hemlock Golf Club

State Parks and Camping in Michigan

Ludington State Park

Local History

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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