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Learn more about downtown’s historic churches with Library’s new self-guided tour

May 18, 2021May 18, 2021 blogdowntownalpena

On Friday, the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library officially launched a new historic walking tour that highlights the places of worship throughout the City of Alpena. The self-guided walking tour highlights fifteen of Alpena’s historic churches and places of worship, including the historic churches that are located in downtown. Continue reading Learn more about downtown’s historic churches with Library’s new self-guided tour

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State Theater marquee to keep lettering, receive upgrades

May 15, 2018March 14, 2019 blogdowntownalpena

Have you heard the news? The State Theater marquee is going to remain in Downtown Alpena– not only will the marquee keep its iconic “State” lettering, it will also receive some upgrades to make it fully functional again. A few … Continue reading State Theater marquee to keep lettering, receive upgrades

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A brief history of Country Cousins & the Douville Bakery

August 29, 2017September 6, 2017 blogdowntownalpena

There’s been an air of melancholy every time I walk down Second Avenue this week, every time I pass that “closing sale” sign at Country Cousins. Most who grew up in Alpena know that iconic bright pink storefront– and remember … Continue reading A brief history of Country Cousins & the Douville Bakery

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Former brewery site to become event venue

February 2, 2017February 2, 2017 blogdowntownalpena

It’s officially public: the former site of Fletcher Street Brewery will become Alpena’s newest venue for weddings and other special events. The historic building, located on the Thunder Bay River on Fletcher Avenue, will become The Fletcher Street Depot, the vision … Continue reading Former brewery site to become event venue

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When in Alpena, do as the Alpenians do: a history of Alpena breweries

October 12, 2016May 18, 2017 blogdowntownalpena

One year ago, Austin Brothers Beer Company opened its doors in Alpena. In honor of their one year anniversary, we’re taking a look back at the breweries that have called Alpena home. Let’s start at the beginning. The first wave … Continue reading When in Alpena, do as the Alpenians do: a history of Alpena breweries

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A brief history of the Alpena Power Company block

July 12, 2016July 13, 2016 blogdowntownalpena

The sound of the wrecking ball can once again be heard in downtown Alpena– and soon, the Alpena Power Company building will be completely gone. The demolition of any building forces us to look at our familiar spaces with new eyes. … Continue reading A brief history of the Alpena Power Company block

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Alpena Power Company mural comes down

May 23, 2016June 7, 2016 blogdowntownalpena

Today, one of the most well-known pieces of art in downtown Alpena came down. For the last thirty years, the mural on the side of the former Alpena Power Company building, located on River Street, has been a permanent … Continue reading Alpena Power Company mural comes down

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Learn more about downtown’s historic churches with Library’s new self-guided tour

State Theater marquee to keep lettering, receive upgrades

A brief history of Country Cousins & the Douville Bakery

Former brewery site to become event venue

When in Alpena, do as the Alpenians do: a history of Alpena breweries

A brief history of the Alpena Power Company block

Alpena Power Company mural comes down