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    Alison Z.

    Beautiful and worth the stop. We went off season so it was very quiet, but loved how beautiful the beach was and the lighthouse. Was a perfect stop while we drive down the west cost of Michigan.

    Del Y.

    Beautiful lighthouse to visit and the beach surrounding is just as beautiful. The bathrooms are clean and there is plenty of parking. Make sure you bring a camera.

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    Brian S.

    Two lights and a cat Saint Joseph's Harbor developed into an important shipping center in the early part of the 19th century and the need to protect the ships entering the harbor became obvious. So various piers were constructed and expanded over the years and finally in the mid part of the century a lighthouse was built. The light did it's job for while, but since it was on land it wasn't all that easy to see so the idea to stick a couple of lighthouses on a pier extending into the water was developed. So in 1906 and 1907 two lighthouses were placed on the pier where they still are active today. The lights are accessible from several area parks and are easy to get to. And you can go out to the pier and walk under the cool catwalk all the way out to the end and get to check out the two lighthouses close up. In the winter heavy seas and fierce winds turn the lighthouses and catwalk into giant popsicles. Just having the two lighthouses out there without the catwalk would be pretty cool and having and being able to walk under the catwalk even without the lighthouses would be fun. But having the catwalk and two lighthouses makes Saint Joseph's one pretty special place for anyone that loves lighthouses.

    Chloé O.

    Beautiful lighthouse that is accessible to the public. Potentially dangerous for children or those with mobility issues. The waves can wash up over the walkway making it slick and it was very windy when we were there. If you can safely manage the walk, it is lovely to be out by the waves and see the lighthouse up close. You get a nice view of silver beach and the town above. If you can find free parking, enjoying this structure is totally free!

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    It is worth checking out if you're in the area, parking is a bit tricky. I wish we would've had time to enjoy the beaches here.

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    Peaceful and friendly atmosphere all around nice !!!!Don't take my word for it check it out for yourself

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    The Old Rugged Cross Church

    The Old Rugged Cross Church

    5.0(3 reviews)
    21.4 mi

    Constructed in 1862 as a hops barn, this establishment was converted into a church in 1876. Then…read morere-sold in 1915 to a local farmer, the livestock barn existed on the site from 1915 to 1998 before it was purchased by members of the Pokagon United Methodist. Rev. George Bennard was visiting the area to take part in a series of revivals, and his famous hymn "The Old Rugged Cross" was first publicly performed in 1913. The hymn did not make Rev. Bernard rich. However, he sold the rights to the Rodeheaver Company of Winona Lake, Indiana, for $500, and the copyright was renewed years later for $5,000. The Old Rugged Cross Church is located on Vermont St. in Pokagon, about halfway between Dowagiac and Niles, where my partner's sister and I stopped off the beaten path before heading to Shipshewana.

    My husband and I found out about this church by accident! We were simply searching for things to…read moredo in Niles, Michigan. We were determined to find something to do close to dark and finally found this on the Internet. The hymn, The Old Rugged Cross, was first performed in this church many years ago. The hymn is near and dear to our hearts because our grandparents used to enjoy singing this song and my husband has enjoyed playing it on the piano for our children. We decided to check it out! The outside of the church is stunning! We were not able to view the inside but if we ever make it back to this area of the country we will certainly stop to see it! You should do the same especially if you enjoy this old hymn!

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    Soldiers & Sailors Monument - South Bend - Soldiers & Sailors Monument - South Bend - 10' bronze flag bearer

    Soldiers & Sailors Monument - South Bend

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    123 year old monument to Civil War veterans. Incredible little piece of history that still stands…read moretoday.

    To look at the Soldiers & Sailors Monument now, you might think it looks a lot like the monument in…read moreIndy. The reason is that back in 1903, sculptor Rudolf Schwarz created the five bronzes for this monument after having completed many of the bronzes down in Indy. You might also think that this monument must have been here for over a hundred years. But it wasn't. It was originally located on the south east corner of the courthouse and was dismantled in 1967. After sitting in storage for five years, the monument was reconstructed at this location and dedicated in 1973. The bronzes that you see include a 10' flag bearer on top, and statues of Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, and Navy on a lower ring. When this monument was reconstructed, it displaced the miniature bronze Statue of Liberty that was built in 1951 as part of a Boy Scouts of America program. There are six of these mini statues around northern Indiana. The South Bend mini was moved to the east side of the courthouse. This is one of many stylish memorials erected over 100 years ago that commemorates those who fought to save the Union. South Bend's is in remarkable condition and is worth visiting the next time you are downtown. Review #3108

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