What to See
- "Big Red" Lighthouse
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Enjoy the best view of Michigan's most photographed lighthouse from Holland State Park.
Two Great Views:
Holland’s historic lighthouse can be seen from across the Holland channel at Holland State Park. There is a vehicle entry fee into the park…
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- Cappon House Museum
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Enter the 19th century world of a Dutch immigrant who became a wealthy, influential community leader and father of 16 children. It's all still here: the furnishings, personal belongings, and echoes of the daily life of the Isaac Cappon family. And located…
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http://www.hollandmuseum.org
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- DeKlomp Wooden Shoe & Delft Factory
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At this double Dutch delight, you can talk with the artists as they mold, hand-paint, and glaze the only authentic blue and white delftware made in the U.S, or watch the wooden shoe carving on machines that were imported from the Netherlands. All handmade…
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http://www.veldheer.com • 616.399.1900
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- Downtown Holland
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How many places do you know that are both historic and hip? With diverse, first-class shopping and dining, creative arts venues, and festive happenings all year round, downtown Holland is the place to be. You can enjoy the funky street performers in…
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http://www.downtownholland.com • 800.506.1299
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- Evergreen Commons Senior Center
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Groups can tour this bustling senior center, featured on CNN and Money Magazine as part of Holland's designation as "One of the Top Five Best Places to Retire." Lunch and special programs are also available. Open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5…
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http://www.evergreencommons.org • 616.396.7100
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- Holland Area Arts Council
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A vibrant arts center located in the heart of downtown Holland, the Holland Area Arts Council plays a leadership role in enriching the cultural life of the lakeshore area.
Exhibition space in three galleries provides the opportunity to showcase the…
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http://www.hollandarts.org • 616.396.3278
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- Holland Museum
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The best way to get acquainted with Holland is to take a crash course in its fascinating history-and there's no better place for this than the Holland Museum. Here you'll experience the arrival of the Dutch in 1847, their struggle for access to Lake…
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http://www.hollandmuseum.org • 616.392.9084
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- Holland Princess Dinner Cruises
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Enjoy a two-hour cruise aboard Holland's newest attraction, an old-fashioned Victorian-style paddlewheel boat. Complete with the "Captain's Feast," relaxing music, and a cash bar. Click the link for more information, pricing and reservations. Operates…
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http://www.hollandprincess.com • 616.393.7799
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- Holland Town Center
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Buy direct from the manufacturer and receive factory-to-you savings on famous brand name men's and women's apparel, shoes, gifts, home furnishings, children's apparel, luggage, and more.
Holland Outlet Center is located adjacent to the Dutch Village…
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616.396.1808
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- Nearby Attractions
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A trip to Holland is easily combined with a trip to nearby attractions in the Grand Rapids and Saugatuck/Fennville areas:
Frederik Meijer Gardens
Discover the beauty and splendor of this spectacular botanic garden and world class sculpture park…
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800.506.1299
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- Nelis' Dutch Village
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Experience the Netherlands of the 1800's in 10 acres of authentic Dutch architecture, canals, and spectacular gardens. Enjoy the Klompen dancers and music from the Amsterdam Street Organ, and peruse the myriad of Dutch crafts and artwork. The kids will…
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http://www.dutchvillage.com • 616.396.1475
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- Pillar Church
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Founded by the Reverend Albertus VanRaalte, Pillar Church was dedicated in 1856. This Greek Revival building is listed on the National Historic Register and is one of the few buildings to have survived the devastating fire of 1871 in Holland.
Holland…
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http://www.pillarchurch.com • 616.392.8686
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- Saugatuck Boat Cruises
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Enjoy a leisurely, narrated cruise aboard the Star of Saugatuck II as you venture into Lake Kalamazoo and view picturesque Saugatuck from it's harbor. Traveling down river you will catch a glimpse of wildlife in their natural habitat along the riverside…
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http://www.saugatuckboatcruises.com • 269.857.4261
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- Saugatuck Dune Rides
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No trip to Western Michigan is complete
without a visit to the famous Dune
Schooners of Saugatuck, located just
15 minutes from Holland.
Discover the slopes and valleys of the incredible Michigan dunes and roll through the surrounding woodlands…
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http://www.saugatuckduneride.com • 269.857.2253
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- Settlers House Museum
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The Settler's House is an 1867 example of Holland's early working class housing, a thought-provoking contrast to the Cappon House.
Summer Hours:
Open Wednesday through Saturday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
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http://www.hollandmuseum.org/capponandsettlers.asp
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- Statues of downtown Holland
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Geertje & Cornelis: These life-size statues in traditional
Dutch dress honor the history and
heritage of Holland, Michigan.
Artist: Billie Clark. 6th Street at College Ave.
The Valentine: Gracing the grounds of Freedom Village, this statue portrays…
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http://www.holland.org • 800.506.1299 • 616.394.0000
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- Veldheer Tulip Gardens
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Holland's only tulip farm is ablaze with acres of tulips in May. Enjoy many varieties of lilies through spring and summer and visit the beautiful perennial gardens through mid-October. And bring a little Tulip Time home with your bulbs for fall plantings…
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http://www.veldheer.com • 616.399.1900
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- Windmill Island Gardens
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A palette of color awaits you as you wind along the entrance to Holland's treasured island. Tour up into DeZwaan, the only authentic Dutch windmill operating in the United States. From the top, you can survey 36 acres of manicured gardens, dikes, and…
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http://www.windmillisland.org • 888.535.5792 • 616.355.1030
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