Who owns the Felt Mansion?

Patty Meyer Patty and her husband Dean found the mansion while hiking in Saugatuck Dunes State Park back in 2001 when it was a dilapidated mess. It was under Patty’s leadership that the community restored the mansion to what it is today. Prior to her time at the estate she taught 6th and 7th grade.

What happened at the Felt Mansion?

Laketown razed the prison and mothballed the Felt Mansion. Laketown Township turned the land west of the mansion into Shore Acres Township Park. Over the years, the mansion continued to deteriorate.

Who built the Felt Mansion?

Frank P. Allen & Son

Dorr E. Felt Mansion
Area 3 acres (1.2 ha)
Built 1927
Architect Frank P. Allen & Son
Architectural style Classical Revival

When was the Felt Mansion built?

1928
History. Originally built in 1925 and completed in 1928, the Felt Mansion began with a love story. Dorr Felt was drawn to the pristine beauty of West Michigan’s coastline and decided to build a house on several hundred acres of land for his wife, Agnes.

Does Belle Isle allow dogs?

Belle Isle Dog Beach – Detroit Situated on the Detroit River, Belle Isle Park is the perfect escape from the urban landscape of downtown Detroit. The park is pet-friendly and has a section of pet-friendly beach as well.

Is there a charge to get on Belle Isle?

Admission to the Belle Isle Nature Center is free with entry to Belle Isle State Park.

Do you need a passport to go to Belle Isle?

GETTING TO THE PARK Fee: Vehicles entering the island require a recreation passport ($12 annual pass for Michigan residents grants access to all MI State Parks.) Passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit riders do not require a passport.

Does it cost money to go to Tahquamenon Falls?

Tahquamenon Falls is a state park. The entrance fee at the gate is $17/vehicle or $11/motorcycle for MI residents. The fee for non-residents is $9 for a day pass or $34 for a year.