Gonna be a festival every year, just like there is for James Dean in his Indiana birthplace.This year all Michael's children were there, with Katherine, Rebbie, TJ, Omer and several cousins, and were interacting with fans. And some of the other members of the Jackson family live nearby and oversee the care and upkeep of the home. The Jackson family owns 3 or 4 homes on the block that are being renovated. There is a 2300 Jackson Street Fan Club. http://www.officialmichaeljacksontribute.com read more

Was there last weekend. Quite with a family in the side yard having a BarBQ. Others were pulling up to take pics of the house and memorial. A feeling of sadness even today. RIP. read more

Michael Jackson's House - Memorial Oct 2011 - Museums Near Me - Gary, Indiana

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WTF. this place is kind of a bummer. Streets aren't labeled, potholes aren't filled. The house is the only place on the block that was properly painted. It's fenced off, has a nice street light, and a granite monument of michael at the front. It looks like an industrial town that used to be a safe suburb and turned into the murder capital of the world after some kind of factory shutdown after a mass exodus. I recommend coming during the day, and spending no more than 10 min. As a fan, I do believe it's worth seeing how 5 brothers and 2 parents can fit into a house so small and become a worldwide sensation. Take that priceless pic and bounce. read more

The house is very beautifully maintained I'm glad they fenced it off and put shutters on the windows to prevent any kind of vandalism. We were coming from Chicago and passed through Gary Indiana there was no way we couldn't stop and pay our respects to the King of Pop. It was a short easy trip off the highway and we happened to go on the 8 year anniversary of his death. There were a few people outside taking pictures and there was a vendor across the street. We never felt unsafe while stopping although the neighborhood surrounding the Jackson Home is very run down and leaves much to be desired. I would definitely recommend going it's a wonderful experience! read more

Fear for you life as you trudge through the seedy underbelly of Gary just to get here. I recommend not going alone! It's defiantly a cool stop for any Michael fan but think twice because it might not be worth the trip. The whole time I was there I felt like people where casing me to rob me. Didn't leave me feeling very safe. read more

What else are you going to do when your in Gary Indiana for a few days on business ? so I stopped by, its probably the nicest house in Gary.

As long as you go in the day time, and mind your own business, you'll have no problems. Not much to look at, yet it's kind of cool just to say you have. read more

I felt perfectly safe while paying respects to the King of Pop. No more or less nervous than when I'm a tourist anywhere else. The lawn is gorgeous! Whoever does that maintenance is welcome to hit up our house any time. lol The plaque is nice, but that marble marker is beautifully done. People have left little offerings through the fence and there's a little mailbox to leave cards, but I'm not sure when they come by to collect them (or who does it, actually). One signed piece of brick on the ledge has been there since 2009, I think. Lovely piece of history and I'm glad I got to visit. read more

Its amazing at how small the house was where so much talent came from as well as so much pain. Its sad to see how Gary Indiana has become so poverty stricken. This is an amazing place to see, but don't visit after dark. read more

The house itself is lovely from the outside, well-maintained and with a large plaque on the gate honoring the child prodigy. You can't enter though, so it's a very limited tourist stop. The surrounding neighborhood is a dilapidated, wholly depressing shit hole. read more

Let's not kid ourselves and just be honest; This is just a house. It's not a hotel, a transit station, nor is it a divine restaurant that deserves proper feedback. This is a just a simple one story house, that could be in any city in the country, and just as well have any recognition. Forgive my cold attitude, but sometimes people perceive 2300 Jackson Street to be another Graceland in past reviews I've seen. Give it, this house was the residence for the first 10 years (I think that's correct) of the greatest musical entertainer that ever lived. And I am a huge Michael Jackson fan and admirer as well, so not trying crap on the symbol of this still quaint and well kept home. But the first thing to remember, this house is in Gary, Indiana; One of the most heinous murder and street gang ridden city in the country. Getting to the house can be unsettling and can make a man sweat, due to the fact every three or four house next to each other is boarded up or burnt to a crisp. What I love and have much respect for is that 2300 Jackson Street is kept under care and diligence of some of the most loyalist fans of the King of Pop. But also, the people on Jackson Street are very observant of what goes on their blocks, which can be reassuring. Why give it 3 stars you might ask? I might as well ask myself, "Why give it any stars at all?" Like I've pointed out, this is a house. Don't get me wrong it's in tip top shape (at least for Lake County standards) and it's fascinating to see who's been here and paid respects. But c'mon people. Nonetheless, rest in peace Michael Jackson. You may be gone, but your memory and spirit is still as electric and powerful as you were on stage. read more

Disappointed in the house, I thought the house had been turned into a museum. Got there and other than the marble MJ memorial there's not much to it. The back of the memorial is too far away to read most of it because the home has a locked fence surrounding it. I was hoping to take photos of the inside and well as the outside of the house. I think the family should turn the home into a museum and sell Jackson memorabilia. read more

went then on new years eve afternoon cause we took a road trip to the boats. not much there but the marble memorial i'd be curious how long he lived here and that not worth a special trip but if you are passing thru gary, it's worth a stop read more

Super neat to see. If your in the area check out Michael Jackson and his family's home. The Jackson family maintains this property very well. They even have been known to make visits here. Miss Michael and this is so neat to see where he and his siblings lived before they became famous. read more