What to do and see in Calhoun County, Calhoun County: The Best Things to do

August 12, 2021 Sachiko Swiger

Discover the best top things to do in Calhoun County, United States including Honolulu House, Binder Park Zoo, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center, American Museum of Magic, Historic Bridge Park, Horrock's, Historic Adventist Village, Fantasy Forest, Full Blast, Firekeeper's Casino.
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1. Honolulu House

107 N Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, MI 49068-1526 +1 269-781-8544 [email protected] http://www.marshallhistoricalsociety.org
Excellent
67%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 78 reviews

Honolulu House

This is one of the most popular of Marshall's many fine historic homes.

Reviewed By emmel972 - Grand Rapids, United States

We visited Honolulu House today and had a wonderful experience! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and personable and the house is amazing. There are so many interesting features to see. Would highly recommend a visit.

2. Binder Park Zoo

7400 Division Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49014-9500 +1 269-979-1351 [email protected] http://www.BinderParkZoo.org
Excellent
58%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 524 reviews

Binder Park Zoo

Reviewed By Judpma012 - Hermosa Beach, United States

This was a great visit. We took our grandkids ages 11 and 9, along with 5of their friends. Plenty to see. Plenty to do. Feed animals, ride a train, ride over to Africa exhibit on a tram. The Africa exhibit is large with free roaming animals. Feeding the giraffe of course was special. Price is in line with other attractions of this kind. We spent about 4 hours total, with lunch. Zoo is very clean and not so large that you can't work your way around.

3. Dr. John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center

480 Van Buren St W, Battle Creek, MI 49037-2339 +1 269-965-3000 [email protected] http://www.adventistheritage.org
Excellent
55%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

Dr. John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center

Due to COVID-19 the Dr. John Harvey Kellogg Discovery Center is closed until further notice. Located just west of downtown Battle Creek, this recreated 19th century village takes visitors back in time through reenactments, restored and replicated buildings to tell the story of a people who lived to honor God. Visitors experience living history in a restored log cabin, one-room schoolhouse, and the houses of the Adventist pioneers who settled in the west end of Battle Creek in 1855. Sunday – Friday from 10am to 4 pm, Saturday from 2pm to 4 pm. Call ahead for an appointment. Admission by donation. We are closed the follow Holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day.

4. American Museum of Magic

107 E Michigan Ave, Marshall, MI 49068-1543 +1 269-781-7570 http://www.americanmuseumofmagic.org
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 55 reviews

American Museum of Magic

The American Museum of Magic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its mission is to inspire and delight the public with the wonder of magic by documenting and celebrating the contributions and lives of magicians.

Reviewed By Thirtysomething02

Historic, two story building that houses real props used by famous magicians. Lots of posters and bits of acts from years gone by. Highlight was seeing the actual custom milk can Houdini would get locked inside. Nothing here is "replica." (Previous to COVID, they had local people doing magic performances on Saturdays, but that is currently on hold.) We enjoyed looking at all the neat artifacts. Since most of the items cannot be handled, would not suggest taking young kids here. Recommend an hour or so to see most items.

5. Historic Bridge Park

14930 9 Mile Road, Battle Creek, MI 49014 +1 269-781-0782 [email protected] http://www.calhouncountyroads.com/parks/historic-bridge-park/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Historic Bridge Park

Reviewed By FrankD834 - South Bend, United States

This was my destination while on a fall color road trip. This was a photograph day and this park is an excellent place to get the camera out and walk around. I believe there are 5 historic bridges, including the one you drive under when entering the park. You climb up some stone steps to get to that one. There is also a tunnel, a creek that runs under most of the bridges, an interesting sculpture, a nice children's playground, picnic area, and boat launch area. You can also count the I-94 bridge over the river and the modern bridge at the boat launch if you'd like. There is also a wooden bridge you drive over at the edge of the parking lot. Lots of bridges! The fall color was peaking the day I was there and it made for some excellent pictures. Worth a stop, especially if you are into history.

6. Horrock's

235 Capital Ave SW, Battle Creek, MI 49037-8627 +1 269-966-3200 http://shophorrocks.com
Excellent
75%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 114 reviews

Horrock's

Reviewed By pquinn19 - Buffalo, United States

What a cool market and greenhouse nursery. The produce section was outstanding. There is a huge walk in meat and dairy section, gourmet cheese section, pizza and sushi section, an entire flavored olive oil section, imported can goods, an outstanding coffee section where you can help yourself to a complementary cup of java, and a great bar if you want to shop and enjoy a craft beer while you shop! Great wine and craft beer section! There's a lot more too! You have to see this. What an amazing place!

7. Historic Adventist Village

411 Champion St, Battle Creek, MI 49037-2332 +1 269-965-3000 [email protected] http://www.adventistheritage.org
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Historic Adventist Village

“The Historic Adventist Village is one of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s most valuable hidden treasures. Although I have visited the Village on a number of occasions, I always leave inspired by the amazing providence of God in raising up the Advent Movement. The stories of the sacrifice and commitment of our early Adventist pioneers lift my spirits and encourage my heart. They provide insight into our past history, lessons for our current challenges and hope for the future. If you have never been to the Historic Adventist Village you will want to plan to visit as soon as possible and if you have already been to the Village, there is something new waiting for you as you visit this inspirational site again. I recommend it highly and will drop by any time I am in the area because this treasure is too good to hide any longer.” Mark Finley

Reviewed By 282michelp - Oshawa, Canada

We spent a very inspiring and informational afternoon being immersed in the 19th century and learning about daily life and the devotion of first days Adventist pioneers. I would strongly recommend for anyone interested in the history of the Seventh-day Adventist church, but also to the general public who wants to learn about Kellogg (of Corn Flakes fame), life in the mid 1800’s, or evolution of modern medicine.

8. Fantasy Forest

922-970 W Michigan Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49037-2068 +1 269-969-0270 http://lasgarden.org
Excellent
57%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Fantasy Forest

Reviewed By 530RenateP - Saint Joseph, United States

Fascinating wood carvings at Leila Arboretum in Battle Creek, Michigan. A few years ago 44 ash trees succumbed to a beetle. Artist in an art contest created fantastic wood sculptures - Big Foot, Moose with a back pack, a castle, fantasy creatures, space, and more. Well worth a stop and the price is right - FREE.

9. Full Blast

35 Hamblin Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49014 +1 269-966-3431
Excellent
42%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 59 reviews

Full Blast

Indoor recreation center with sports and activities for the whole family.

10. Firekeeper's Casino

11177 Michigan Ave E, Battle Creek, MI 49014-8904 +1 877-352-8777 [email protected] http://firekeeperscasino.com
Excellent
35%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 816 reviews

Firekeeper's Casino

Reviewed By Moto1218

Went for my 58th birthday won 250 in free play and that was just the beginning. A host upgraded my free room to a suite I believe his name was Anthony. Free buffet was great they have anything you could want. After all of that I won a thousand dollars playing video poker . Thanks Firekeepers for a wonderful birthday. Ken G.

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