Building by the Lakeshore: Preservation Planning in Douglas, MI

Archive

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Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society

Introduction History of Douglas Rationales for Historic Preservation Planning Inventory and Breakdown of Areas Statement of Goals Summary of Past and Current Preservation Efforts Survey of Historic Resources Explanation of Legal Basis for Protection of Historic Resources Public Sector's Role Historic Preservation and Education Statement of Goals and Agenda Conclusion Work Cited Appendix A Appendix B

Introduction History of Douglas Rationales for Historic Preservation Planning Inventory and Breakdown of Areas Statement of Goals Summary of Past and Current Preservation Efforts Survey of Historic Resources Explanation of Legal Basis for Protection of Historic Resources Public Sector's Role Historic Preservation and Education Statement of Goals and Agenda Conclusion Work Cited Appendix A Appendix B

Name/Title

Building by the Lakeshore: Preservation Planning in Douglas, MI

Entry/Object ID

2020.16.16

Scope and Content

Photocopy of "Building by the Lakeshore: Preservation Planning in Douglas, Michigan" A senior thesis written by Lisa M. Barker, Western Michigan University Date of Defense 4-9-1998 Department History First Advisor Dr. Michael Chiarappa Second Advisor Dr. Kristin Szylvian Third Advisor Dawn Schumann Document is inside a green, 3-ring binder. 56 pages not including appendix maps. The first part of the document outlines Douglas history including incorporation in 1870, industry, fruit growing,

Context

The thesis argues the reason for historic preservation in Douglas MI. "The purpose of this document is to provide a plan for preserving the unique historical and natural character of the small rural village of Douglas, Michigan. The village occupies a naturally beautiful location in western Michigan. Lake Michigan, the Kalamazoo River, Lake Kalamazoo and agricultural lands bound the village. The location of Douglas has contributed to the growth of mills, fruit orchards and associated industries, tourism and an art movement which included art schools."

Collection

Historic Preservation, 1875 Basket factories, Transportation: bridges

Cataloged By

Voss, Mary

Acquisition

Accession

2020.16

Source or Donor

Found in the SDHS/SDHC collection

Acquisition Method

Donation

Notes

A second copy of this thesis was donated by Dawn Schumann as part of 2021.62.

Lexicon

Search Terms

Historic Preservation for Douglas MI, Lisa Barker, Saugatuck-Douglas Heritage Preservation Committee

Archive Details

Creator

Barker, Lisa

Date(s) Material Assembled

1970

Location

Shelf

Library

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Barker, Lisa, Schumann, Dawn Valerie (Follett) Goshorn, Chiarappa, Dr. Michael, Szylvian, Dr. Kristin, 19 S. Washington/Douglas House and Tavern/Eagle Hotel/Wades Hotel, Dutcher, Thomas "Bent" Benton 1836-1903, Gerber, Daniel 1820-1890, Moore, R.M., Manvil, Homer, Crouse, Jonas S. 1824-1899, Weed, William H. "Will" 1866-1909, Weed, Joshua 1817-1899, Reid, Robert Sr. 1827-1906, Devine, William J. 1874-1955, Bridge, Swing and Causeway 1902/Drawbridge 1870 or 1868, Douglas Union School 1866-, Unity Lakeshore Church/Douglas Adventist Church, St. Peter School, Ox-Bow House/Old Library/Douglas Athletic Clubhouse/Methodist Episcopal Church, Lakeshore Drive, Douglas, Douglas, William A., Bartow, Dr. Edward L., House, Edwin Harvey 1875-1958, Sayre, Professor Lucius E. 1846-1925, Garesche, Marie, Presbyterian Camp/Camp Gray/Forward Movement Park 1899-2014, Ox-Bow/Summer School of Art, Hedgerow Villa, Valentine Lodge/Idylease, Beachmont Resort, McVea Homestead, Rosemont Inn/Rosemont Lodge/Rose Mont, Breezy Acres Motel, Isabel's Market & Eatery/NorthernLights/310 BSHwy/Zing/Blue Moon/Mi-Ro, 58 Blue Star Hwy/Pines Motor Lodge/Plaza Motel, Dunes Resort 1999-present/Douglas Dunes 1981-1999/Amity Motel, Dutcher Lodge building 1867-, J.Petter/Joyce Petter Gallery/161 BSHwy/Gray Gables/River Guild, Emerson Lounge/Guardian Brewery/Red Barn Theater/Playhouse, Haworth site/Haworth Plant/Chase Manufacturing

General Notes

Note

Notes: No date was attached nor what university she attended. Status: OK Status By: Mary Voss Status Date: 2020-08-31

Create Date

August 31, 2020

Update Date

April 7, 2025