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    Fallasburg Covered Bridge

    I passed through Lowell, MI, earlier this week and stopped to take a few photos.  The Flat River meets the Grand River in Lowell.

    I was surprised to see this paddle-wheel boat on the Flat River.  The Lowell Show Boat is also available as a party venue.

    Lowell Show Boat
    Lowell Show Boat

    There is a dam on the Flat River with several fishermen below the dam.

    Below the Dam in Lowell
    Below the Dam in Lowell

    There is a covered bridge just north of town, the Fallasburg Covered Bridge.  It is one of eight covered bridges, according to WikiPedia, and one of the few still open to auto traffic.

    Fallasburg Covered Bridge
    Fallasburg Covered Bridge

     

    Fallasburg Covered Bridge
    Fallasburg Covered Bridge

     

    Interior of Fallasburg Covered Bridge
    Interior of Fallasburg Covered Bridge

    The village of Fallasburg was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999.  The buildings that remain are mostly in private hands.  The old school is now a museum, but was closed the day I was there.

    Fallasburg School Museum
    Fallasburg School Museum

    Here are a couple historic plaques located outside the Schoolhouse Museum..

    It was a beautiful day to wander, searching for interesting sights.  Lowell is only an hour away, but I’d never been there.  I hope you can explore the places around you.

    Mark

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    5 responses to “Lowell and Fallasburg Michigan”

    1. Mara Avatar
      Mara

      I don’t know if you are aware, but Fallasburg Park has a very nice fall festival every year. There’s food (of course), music, some great vendors of everything from amber jewelry to pottery to sunflowers.lots of good photo opportunities, too!
      Your photos are lovely.

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      1. mfyancey Avatar
        mfyancey

        No, I wasn’t aware. I had never heard of the place until last week. A great find.

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    2. Bob Avatar
      Bob

      Remarkable photos The structures and especially the bridge interior is amazing. Nice to see you can display amazing creativity while leaving the Loons alone.

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      1. mfyancey Avatar
        mfyancey

        Thanks, Bob. Its a little early for the loons, so had to do something else. Regarding the structure of the bridge, I think a nice covered bridge would be a great addition to your moon gate. You can use these photos as your starting point.

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    3. Karen Burns Avatar
      Karen Burns

      Awesome! Glad you are getting out and about a bit. Love the interior of the covered bridge. Reminds me of some barn constructions. I does look like a beautiful day.

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    Mark Yancey

    I’m Mark Yancey. I try to capture the everyday beauty around us all. It is amazing the things I see when I’ve got my camera in my hand that I might otherwise simply pass by. I also enjoy travel and share my travel photos here. If you have any questions or comments, please let me know.

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