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- The county is named in honor of Robert Emmet (1778–1803), Irish revolutionary and American republican sympathizer. Etymology - Origin of Emmet County Name Emmet county is named for Robert Emmet, an Irish patriot.
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Emmet County was named in honor of Irish Patriot Robert Emmet and was originally known as L’Arbre Croche or Crooked Tree, after a tree that was used as a landmark for approaching canoeists. The town, then known as Bear River, had its name changed in honor of a local chief of the Odawa Nation and well respected businessman, Chief Ignatius ...
Emmet County was known as Tonedagana County in honor of a local Indian chief until 1843. Its name was changed with several other Michigan communities that year in deference to Irish political power in the state.
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With St. Patrick’s Day upon us March 17, Emmet County’s most recent Blast from the Past video email takes a look at how the county was named for an Irish patriot, Robert Emmet, back in the mid-1800s. The name “Emmet County” replaced the county’s previous name of Tonedagana County, a name derived from a Cross Village Odawa war chief. In the video be...
Nub’s Nob Ski Area in Harbor Springs has continually landed on “Best of” lists around the country for their famous snowmaking abilities and world-class skiing – including in such prestigious publications as Ski and Parents magazines. So how do they do what they do so well? In the video below, Nub’s long-time General Manager Jim Bartlett reveals the...
The 101-year-old Terrace Inn, in the historic community of Bay View, has a colorful history and tales of mystery that have persisted through the decades. Current owners Patty Rasmussen and Mo Rave will be hosting a Ghost Hunters weekend Oct. 26-28 at the Inn with authors who travel to Michigan’s haunted spots. Hear more about the intriguing backgro...
Brian Kozminski is an avid fly fisherman and a lifetime member of Trout Unlimited. In Emmet County’s latest Blast from the Past video email, Kozminski talks about the ecological significance of the Maple River, its history, stocking efforts, and how concerned sportsmen, environmentalists and community residents are working together to ensure a vibr...
Mar 13, 2013 · By Jessica EvansHarbor Light Newspaper If it hadn’t been for two patriotic Irish-Americans living on Mackinac Island in the 1840s who wanted to honor their homeland, Emmet County would have a vastly different name today. In fact, Emmet County was once named after a notable Odawa chief, Tonedagana, who was from Cross Village. Henry Schoolcraft,
Center Township came into existence in 1878 and Carp Lake in 1879. In 1897, parts of Friendship and Little Traverse Townships detached and organized as West Traverse Township. The townships of Resort and Springvale were formed in 1880, but at the time were in Charlevoix County.
Mar 15, 2013 · If it hadn't been for two patriotic Irish-Americans living on Mackinac Island in the 1840s who wanted to honor their homeland, Emmet County would have a vastly different name today. In fact, Emmet County was once named after a notable Odawa chief, Tonedagana, who was from Cross Village.
Mar 1, 2019 · Emmet County is one of the state’s most beautiful. The county includes Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Little Traverse Bay, and the southern end of the Mackinac Bridge. The county is named after the Irish orator and patriot, Robert Emmet. This is the short version of his story.
