“Golden Age of Crystal Lake Resorts”, Presented by Larry White – Video Replay

“The Golden Age of Crystal Lake Resorts”

Presented by: Larry White

Video Replay Link:

https://youtu.be/JR20d1YTomo

The rise of tourism and recreation in Benzie County can be traced to early resorts that arose along the shores of Crystal Lake in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.  With new rail access, and new passenger steamers, visitors began to look for ways to enjoy a summer vacation in Northern Michigan – and Crystal Lake became a popular destination.

For an up-close look at these resorts, we will take a “virtual trip” around the lake on board an early steam launch, the Outing, brought to Crystal Lake in 1901.  Starting Terp’s Pavilion in Beulah, we will travel around the lake, making stops at Van Deman’s Land, the Mollineaux Inn, Robinson’s Ottawa Resort, Crystal Pautz Resort, Three Pines Inn at Crystalia, Oberlin, Pine Bluffs (Chimney Corners), Glen Malier, Glen Eyrie, Glen Rhoda, Juanita Park, Windermere at Glenwood Park and finally back to Beulah.

Presenter Bio: Larry White

Larry serves as president of the Benzie Area Historical Society and on several Board Committees, including Collections, Communications, and Finance. He is passionate about local history and actively promotes the Museum and Society’s mission. Retired from a career in technology, Larry and his wife, Carole, reside in Crystal Lake and enjoy being part of the greater Benzie community.