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Muskegon County is located in Western Michigan, U.S.A. and borders the shores of Lake Michigan. Besides being located near the Lake and having many built-in recreational options, Muskegon County is host to many events and attractions. According to the 2000 Census, Muskegon County has a population of 170,200. Catch The Wave to Muskegon County! The human occupation of the Muskegon area goes back seven or eight thousand years to the nomadic Paleo-Indian hunters who occupied this area following the retreat of the Wisconsinian glaciation. The Paleo-Indians were succeeded by several stages of woodland Indian development, the most notable of whom were the Hopewellian type cultures that occupied this area perhaps two thousand years ago. During historic times the Muskegon area was inhabited by various bands of Ottawa and Pottawatomi tribes. Perhaps the best remembered of the historic Indian inhabitants of this area was the noted Ottawa Indian chief, Pendalouan. A leading participant in the French-inspired annihilation of the Fox Indians of Illinois in the 1730s, he and his people lived in the vicinity of Muskegon during the 1730s and 1740s until induced by the French to move their settlement to the Traverse Bay area in 1742. The name "Muskegon" is derived from the Ottawa Indian term "Masquigon" meaning "marshy river" or "swamp." The "Masquigon" river is identified on French maps dating from the late seventeenth century, suggesting that the French explorers had reached the western coast of Michigan by that time. Over the years, Muskegon has attracted a unique mix of residents which has helped to shape the cultural and intellectual make-up of the community. The original settlers of the nineteenth century were typically native-born Americans from New England, New York, and Pennsylvania. They were quickly joined by immigrants from Canada, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.

The industrial surge at the the turn of the nineteenth century attracted large numbers of Southern Europeans to the area, while World War II witnessed the arrival of large numbers of Mexican-Americans, Southern blacks, and Appalachian whites. The melting pot diversity of Muskegon's ethnic heritage is in keeping with the varied nature of other elements of its recent past.

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I ain't unpacked from going to Muskegon last weekend and I gotta pack for tomorrow

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Lots to do this weekend in the "D" . Grand Prix at Belle Isle Friday-Sunday, Hot Rod Power Tour kick off and cruise to Muskegon.

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Congrats go 2 Muskegon County Farm Bureau member Sue Cunningham, our Volunteer of the Month for May 2012! http://t.co/8pWTp1ml

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Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Perkins has been serving up delicious meals and catering to the needs of discerning consumers for over forty years. With its roots tracing back to 1958 with the opening of a single Pancake House in Ohio, the Perkins Restaurant and Bakery chain now expands...
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The Sardine Room
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
The Sardine Room has developed a reputation as one of the premier restaurants in West Michigan with its great food, cozy atmosphere and professional, friendly service. It has truly become a Ã¢â‚¬Å“destinationÃ¢â‚¬Â in Muskegon, drawing d...
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The Port City Princess
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Join our crew on the only ship that tours beautiful Lake Michigan and Muskegon Lake: The Port City Princess! You'll cruise in comfort on this U.S. Coast Guard approved vessel that carries up to 150 passengers, and whether you're looking for lazy days u...
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Michigan's Adventure
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Many rides at Michigan's Adventure are dynamic and thrilling. For your protection, each ride is rated for its special features, such as high speed, steep drops, sharp turns and other dynamic forces. Restrictions for guests of extreme size (height or weigh...
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Bluffton Harbor Cottages
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Relax in your charming cottage by Lake Michigan. Open Year-Round. Buster Keaton's historic Bluffton area. Enjoy a comfortable home for less $ than a hotel suite: Fully-furnished. Newly-rebuilt. Modern amenities. 2 stories. 2 bedrooms. 1.5 baths. Ce...
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Grand Traverse Pie Company Bakery Cafe
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Enter a Grand Traverse Pie Company Bakery Cafe and your senses are immediately stimulated by wonderful smells from our open air, from-scratch kitchen. Cherry pies, blueberry pies, strawberry rhubarb pies, and 30 other gourmet pies each lend distinctive sc...
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Qdoba Mexican Grill
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
It all started with some fresh ideas: Fresh foods. Fast service. Lots of choices. Today, what many people value in a restaurant experience are things Qdoba Mexican Grill has delivered from the very beginning. People want unique flavors and inventive tas...
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Great Lakes Naval Memorial & Museum
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Step back into time and tour a WWII submarine and a Prohibition-Era Coast Guard Cutter. These vessels are currently berthed in Muskegon, Michigan at the Great Lakes Naval Memorial and Museum. They are the USS SILVERSIDES SS-236 and the USCGC McLane W-146....
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Langeland House Bed and Breakfast
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Enjoy the elegance of a large Victorian house with the comforts of home at Langeland House Bed and Breakfast. Whether you are in Muskegon for business or pleasure, for one night or a long weekend, the quiet setting and beauty of this historic house, along...
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Cocoa Cottage Bed and Breakfast
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Our period restored 1912 Arts and Crafts bungalow, the Cocoa Cottage Bed and Breakfast, minutes from Lake Michigan's white sand beaches, offers you quiet refined character, chocolate indulgences and personal touches that make this an experience worth repe...
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Seaway Motel
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Whether you travel for business or pleasure, our beautifully landscaped motel is the perfect "home away from home". The Seaway Motel is located right by the intersection of Seaway Drive (US Business 31) and Norton Avenue just minutes from Muskegon's many ...
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The Hearthstone Restaurant
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Founded in 1975, The Hearthstone first gained fame as one of West Michigan's first and only gourmet sandwich, entree salad and made from scratch soup formats. With its contemporary bistro look, it is enhaced by intimate, sultry lighting, cherry wood, lar...
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Hackley-Holt House Bed and Breakfast
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Built in 1857 for Joseph Hackley, it was considered one of the finest residences of its time. This lovely Italianate-style house was later home of Henry Holt, who served two terms as Lieutenant Governor of Michigan. Now you can find it on the National and...
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SS Milwaukee Clipper
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Today, through the efforts of volunteers, like yourself, the "Queen of the Great Lakes" is being lovingly, and painstakingly, restored to her former glory, to be preserved as a living museum for many generations to come. Once relocated to Muskegon's water...
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Port City Victorian Inn Bed & Breakfast
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
You will feel as if you have stepped through a time portal as you enter through the doors of what once was Alexander Rodgers, Sr.'s 1877 Queen Anne Style Victorian mansion. Today, this beautiful 126 year-old, five bedroom home proudly welcomes guests to ...
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Muskegon Country Museum
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
TO PRESERVE AND INTERPRET THE NATURAL AND CULTURAL HISTORY OF MUSKEGON COUNTY
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Steelhead Charters
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
Charter fishing Lake Michigan for Salmon, Steelhead and Trout or Muskegon, Manistee, Pere Marquette river fishing with Capt. Art and Experience the thrill of a lifetime fishing with family, friends and business associates for trophy Salmon, Steelhead and ...
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Shoreline Inn
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
This is truly a unique hotel on the shore of Muskegon Lake. Let the hustle and bustle of the world slip away as you enjoy the gracious calm of the Victorian Drawing room or the Gazebo room's garden atmosphere. Enjoy walking among thousands of dollars wort...
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Herbie's Cafe
Located in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States
HerbieÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Cafe opened in February 1992. It offers a friendly, comfortable environment with freshly prepared, high quality, home cooked food! If youÃ¢â‚¬â„¢re a regular, youÃ¢â‚¬â„¢re known by name. If itÃ¢â‚¬â„...
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