Location: Menominee
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Top 7 Things to do in Menominee, United States
Menominee is a city in the Upper Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 8,599 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Menominee County. Menominee is the fourth-largest city in the Upper Peninsula, behind Marquette, Sault Ste. Marie, and Escanaba. Menominee Township is located to the north of the city, but is politically autonomous.
Restaurants in Menominee
1. Menominee Marina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Patches V - Hermansville, Michigan
I spend almost every day here in the Summer. Fishing, boating, kayaking, picnicing, barbecuing. Not your thing? The spectacular library, many excellent restaurants and shopping across the street. Don't forget Fido. Dogs love this place!
2. John Henes Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By MimiJWisconsin - Marinette, Wisconsin
Designed in the early part of the 20th century by Ossian Cole Simonds, Henes Park, named for philanthropist John Henes, opened in 1907. It combines rocky shores, a sandy swimming beach, woodland trails, ponds and fountains and picnic areas.
There are three pavilions for large events and reunions, with ample wast containers. There is a centrally located restroom area.
On a recent sunny Saturday, every pavilion was booked. Unfortunately, the pavilions were dusty and loaded with cobwebs. If you know this and bring cleaning supplies, it's bearable.
Two other areas for improvement: More restrooms and larger built-in grills.
On weekdays, the park is filled with walkers, joggers and cyclists. Summer evenings, it's a place to take in cooling bay breezes. The park provides areas for solitude as well as group activities.
The park is owned by the city, but managed by a committee. Descendants of John Henes still lead the committee. The park is a treasure.
3. Garden Bay Winery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 21 reviews
Upper Peninsula Inspired, formerly Garden Bay Winery, is a wine tasting room. We carry 4 Upper Peninsula Wineries (Garden Bay Winery, Northern Sun Winery, Leigh's Garden Winery, and Threefold Vine Winery) and 4 Upper Peninsula Breweries (Upper Hand, BlackRocks, Ore Dock, and Keweenaw Brewing Company) for tasting and for purchase. We have Michigan Made Products including gourmet food and candy, local honey, jams, maple syrup, and honey. Local artists have included their pieces throughout the store for purchase.
Reviewed By 96Dreamer - Rogers, Arkansas, USA
Friendly staff, they were NOT stingy on the wine tasting samples (as suggested by someone else's review). As a matter of fact, I've paid more than $5 for a tasting at other out-of-state locations, so paying $5 to taste 3 different wines AND keep the souvenir glass to take home with you, is quite reasonable from my experience. But, even better, was the service and the fact that I was actually given an additional taste of two other samples (7 tastings total in reality). Are their wines top-notch? That is for you to decide based on your own experience of various wines and understanding that different regional wines have different personalities based on where and how grapes are grown and processed. I really liked Garden Bay's german-style reisling blend, so I bought a bottle to take back home with me. If you're in the area on vacation and looking for something "touristy" to do in town, stop in and give Garden Bay Winery a try. We, as a society in whole, spend so much more money on other things without hesitation, I don't see why dropping in to try some pretty good wines for $5 would cause anyone pause (other than someone being a non-drinker).
4. Menominee County Historical Society Heritage Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Wif52 - Harvard, IL
My husband and I visited this museum Memorial Day and were pleasantly surprised to find such a large variety of unique historical items. The museum is housed in a former Irish Catholic Church which still has all of the original stained glass windows, which are absolutely beautiful.
One of the first exhibits is of two Native American wooden canoes found in the area that have been carbon dated and are over 1000 years old!
The two gentlemen in charge were extremely knowledgeable about all of the exhibits. There is a rich military history for the county as well as a surprising number of NFL players from the area.
Depending on your level of interest in history, the museum could take as little as 30 minutes to cover or as much as two hours, but I would recommend spending at least one hour there; it is well worth the time.
5. Wind Rose North Outfitters
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Urban & Backcountry Apparel and Equipment Since 1999. We rent Kayaks and Paddleboards! Call or email to reserve your spot. We have a large selection of clothing, shoes and the outdoor gear you need!
Reviewed By Norah Z
As a friend of outdoor adventurers, I recognize excellence in outdoor products. For my less than adventurous life of walking dogs in sub-zero weather, Wind Rose carries a lovely array of products from boots to hats, shoes to coats, socks to dog collars plus gear...MoreHi Nora! Thanks for the review! . . . And now we re-stocked on sunglasses too. February has been crazy warm.
6. Schooner Pub & Grill
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By MimiJWisconsin - Marinette, Wisconsin
Since Schooners is located in a residential neighborhood - there's been a tavern here as long as I can remember - I was expecting more of a neighborhood bar. Instead, Schooners draws people from across the community. Still, we all found places to park in the ample parking lot.
Our group arrived at 4:30 p.m., and found the front part of the bar filled with customers, so we had to take a table in the back. I'm not complainingg, though, as the service was good and the food was what you'd expect from a pub. The menu was varied, our meal arrived quickly, and the wait staff was friendly.
This is a great place for Friday night fish fries and large groups of friends. Lots of locals, no Yuppies, no hipsters, no ferns.
7. West Shore Fishing Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By ReeReeRocks - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Located about 15 to 20 minutes north of Menominee, the West Shore Fishing Museum is a great educational experience. Not only is there the historic restored Bailey home and other out buildings filled with historic native and fishing artifacts, there are lovely gardens, hiking trails and scenic views across the bay. There are also 5 commercial fishing boats on display and a not to be missed vintage gift shop. The center offers workshops and special events from Memorial Day through Labor Day. It is run by volunteers and can also be viewed by appointment.
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