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Along the eastern shores of Michigan lies a collection of communities that are boastful about the color blue. 140 miles of shoreline unites the quaint towns of Clay, Algonac, Marine City, St. Clair, Port Huron, Lexington, Port Sanilac, Harbor Beach and Port Austin. These charming communities, forming what is called the Blue Water Area, invite you to discover the natural spirit that brings them all together…true blue water. The Blue Water Area is perched on the edges of Lake Huron and the St. Clair River. With admirable depths, the waterways show off incredible colors of cobalt, turquoise and sparkling sapphire. The stunning hues restore a sense of freshness and tranquility that can get lost in the current of everyday life. Green parks, boardwalks and wide beaches bordering the shorelines entice visitors and locals to lounge along the water and breathe in the natural beauty.
Summertime festivals, celebrations and performances bring laughter and entertainment to the blue shores. You’ll discover bustling farmers markets’ to freshen your day, concert performances to serenade your night, and a maritime history that will captivate your mind.
Wake up to a dazzling sunrise and find nine waterfront communities and 140 miles of coastline awaiting your arrival. The Blue Water Area invites you to discover your heart, discover your joy, discover the Blue.
Charming Sweet Shoppe Exhibit in Port Huron
By Blue23 on May 16, 2012
Summer 2012: The Knowlton Ice Museum of North America welcomes an exhibit that hits close to home:
Bill & Leo’s “Sweet Memories” from Diana’s Sweet Shoppe
Diana’s Sweet Shoppe, one of Port Huron’s most revered businesses, was a diner and candy shop in the heart of downtown. Formerly owned by brothers Bill & Leo Deligianis, the diner operated in Port Huron from 1926-2001. Charming memorabilia from the original Diana’s Sweet Shoppe will be on display at Knowton’s Ice Museum, just a few street blocks from where the original sweet shoppe store operated for 75 years.
Thanks to the Deligianis brothers and Knowlton’s Ice Museum, you will see history brought to life in this rare time capsule of Americana.
Click here for more info on the Knowlton’s Ice Museum of North America
Peace Mural in Port Huron
By Blue23 on May 8, 2012
Inspired by the powerful imagery and meaning behind Picasso’s Guernica, producers of Studio 1219’s Picasso Becomes You event wanted to create a modern tie-in. The Port Huron Peace Mural, measuring 12′ by 27′ will be unveiled at Studio 1219 on May 19th.
Sharing the Beauty of Michigan
By Blue23 on May 8, 2012
Pure Michigan is sharing the beauty of our picturesque state with this app. to download one of 12 (and more to come) gorgeous views of Michigan. Lexington, one of the Blue Water Region’s shoreline towns is featured in a photo.
The Walleye are Swimming!
By Blue23 on May 7, 2012
Detroit’s Outdoorsman Examiner agrees that the Port Huron, along the St. Clair River is a great spot for walleye fishing.
Wine Country in Michigan's Thumb!
By Blue23 on April 30, 2012
Blue Water Winery & Vineyards is putting Michigan’s Thumb on the wine-country map! See the episode below of “Under the Radar Michigan”.
