There’s nothing quite like walking into a historic manor and imagining what the walls have seen. For example, the beautiful Robinson Manor in Allegan, Michigan is loaded with local history. The manor has had many roles over the years and even sat vacant for a time, but now it is a thriving spot for the West Michigan community and hosts several events throughout the year.

Robinson Manor is located in West Michigan, a 45-minute drive from Grand Rapids.
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The manor was built in 1909 as a community hospital, psychiatric ward, and tuberculosis ward. In the 1950s it became the Allegan Elks Lodge until 2010. Allegan Lodge was then sold and ended up sitting vacant for years.
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In 2017 a family purchased the property and has been restoring it ever since. The manor is an event space for weddings, receptions, and reunions.
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Robinson Manor is championing local community events by hosting outdoor craft fairs in the summer and indoors in the winter.
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The first floor was lovingly restored in 2019 and now has a warming kitchen, a lovely staircase, and floor-to-ceiling white pillars. The sitting room boasts a cozy fireplace, a baby grand piano, and ornate antique furniture.
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In 2022 renovations were completed on the second floor to add an elevator in the manor. The main event is the glorious grand ballroom that hosts many extravagant parties, including weddings, beneath luminous vintage chandeliers.
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If you live for themed events like masquerade balls, Halloween parties, and murder mysteries nights, then you’ve found just the place. Robinson Manor always has fun activities for children and adults alike. There’s something magical about attending a masquerade ball in an actual ballroom!
After you’ve been dancing the night away, step out onto the second-floor patio or the cozy back porch for a breath of fresh air. Visiting the manor, one of the most remarkable historic places in Michigan, is a one-of-a-kind experience where your contributions will help continue local traditions for years to come.
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Have you ever visited the Robinson Manor in Allegan, MI for an event? Tell us all about your experience there in the comments.

You can visit The Robinson Manor Facebook page or The Robinson Manor website to see upcoming events. To experience even more history check out The Old Jail Museum in Allegan, Michigan. If you have a unique place that you would like to see featured, fill out our nomination form.

Do you love learning the history of different parts of Michigan? If so, check out the Mackinac Bridge History Cruise on Viator.

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Historic Places In Michigan

Melissa M. | November 20, 2023

What are some other historic places in Michigan I should visit?

Among the most interesting historic places in Michigan to visit include the following:

  • The town of Tecumseh, Michigan. In this town, you'll find historic buildings galore! Make the Tecumseh Area Historical Museum your first stop when you visit.
  • Coldwater, Michigan is where you can check out historical spots like the Tibbits Opera House and the First Presbyterian Church.
  • For historic hotels, spend the night at Old Mission Inn in Traverse City, MI. This elegant hotel was built in 1869.
  • If you’re on Mackinac Island, The Grand Hotel is another historic Michigan hotel. It was built in 1887 and has seen its fair share of notable guests over the years.
  • In Holland, Michigan, another historic town, you can explore Nelis’ Dutch Village which was built in the 1950s as well as Windmill Island Gardens, home to a windmill that was constructed in the Netherlands in 1761. 

 

What else is there to see and do in Allegan, Michigan?

Aside from Robinson Manor, the following are among the things you can see and do in Allegan, Michigan:

  • Check out Lake Allegan.
  • Visit the Allegan County Historical Society.
  • Watch a flick at the Old Regent Theatre.
  • Go shopping at the Allegan Antiques Market.
  • Hit the hiking trails at  Armintrout-Milbocker Nature Preserve, SWMLC.
  • Order craft brews and farm-to-table food at Schaendorf Brewing Company.

 

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