Winner of a 2026 State History Award

The Historical Society of Michigan honored The City on Three Lakes: A Maritime History of Charlevoix & the Surrounding Region with a 2026 State History Award in the Books: Private Printing category.

The State History Awards recognize outstanding contributions to the preservation, promotion, appreciation, and understanding of Michigan history. Learn more here.

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Three Lakes, One Legacy

A defining new chapter in Great Lakes and Northern Michigan History

The Charlevoix Historical Society presents The City on Three Lakes: A Maritime History of Charlevoix & the Surrounding Region, a landmark publication documenting the waterways, industries, and communities that have shaped this unique corner of northern Michigan.

Drawing from extensive museum collections and years of research, the book offers a sweeping exploration of a region defined by water—its people, its culture, and its enduring relationship to the lakes.

Spanning more than 650 pages, this volume brings together generations of stories into a single, enduring work—serving as both a definitive reference and a lasting visual archive of Charlevoix’s maritime heritage.

“This book is not only a record of where we have been—it is an investment in preserving and sharing Charlevoix’s history for generations to come.”

GEOFFREY REYNOLDS, PRESIDENT, CHARLEVOIX HISTORICAL SOCIETY