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Pure Michigan from Kalamazoo to Mackinac Island

By Mary Ellen Murphy Aug 24, 2026 | 10:55 AM

Grand Haven, MI (WGHN) – Our Pure Michigan segments have taken us all over the state.

On August 20th we chatted with McKenna Dole, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Discover Kalamazoo.

 

  • One of Kalamazoo’s favorite summer traditions is here!

 

  • For all the car lovers out there, this is a can’t-miss event!

 

  • 269 Fest is returning to downtown Kalamazoo for the 2nd year!
    • The festival returns September 18th through the 27th, showcasing all of the amazing things here

 

On August 13th we spoke with Sam Barnwell, President of The Cotton Collection. Hear the interview below:


Harbour View Inn on Mackinac Island: Built by Magdelaine Laframboise in 1820, Harbour View Inn was an iconic summer cottage on the island into the 1990s. Now a fashionable hotel nestled among other grand cottages and opulent mansions, the Harbour View Inn offers a welcoming and comfortable stay on charming Mackinac Island.

Hotel Iroquois: A seasonal stunner, our classically sophisticated and intimate hotel captivates first-time visitors and longtime guests with a singular combination of individually decorated guest rooms and suites, exceptional dining, and an unmatched waterfront location.

 

Weathervane Restaurant: Overlooking the Pine River Channel on Lake Michigan’s northeastern crest, Weathervane Restaurant invites locals and visitors alike to hone in on fare from land and lake. Enjoy indoor and outdoor dining, historic decor, and a refined atmosphere that epitomizes Up North charm.

 

About The Cotton Collection: The Cotton Collection is a family of historic boutique hotels, restaurants, and experiences located in storied waterfront destinations throughout Northern Michigan. The Collection includes Hotel Iroquois, Carriage House and Harbour View Inn on Mackinac Island; Bay View Inn and Hotel Perry in Petoskey; Pier Restaurant in Harbor Springs; and Weathervane Restaurant in Charlevoix.

 

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