Take a video tour of Dowagiac
Dowagiac is part of Michigan’s beautiful Sister Lakes region, as well as the broader Southwest Michigan community. Our area is packed with year-round outdoor activities, incredible local farms and producers, a variety of wineries and breweries, and stunning natural beauty.
Dowagiac itself is full of things to do, and 1870 House gives you convenient access to activities both walkable and further flung. Just across the street from 1870 House, you’ll find the historic Beckwith Theatre, host to names like John Philip Souza, where the Beckwith Theatre Company puts on productions.
A few blocks away, you’ll find the Dowagiac Area History Museum, where you can learn about Dowagiac’s history as the home of the Round Oak Stove Company, and the Heddon Museum, full of fascinating information on Dowagiac as birthplace of the artificial fishing lure, and much more.
Plus, at 1870 House, you’re less than a five-minute walk from the Dowagiac’s Central Business District. This includes Front Street, which has a variety of shopping and dining options to fit your every mood.
The Baker’s Rhapsody is a favorite for everything from your morning coffee and danish to elaborate cake creations, and Caruso’s Candy & Soda Shop, nearly 100 years old, is always full of delicious delights.
Spend hours going through the vintage finds at Cottage Gallery and Olympia Books.
Enjoy a dining experience at Wood Fire Trattoria, check out what China Garden has to offer, or drop into the Wounded Minnow Saloon or OAK+ASH for a great meal and a drink. And in the summer months, you’ll want to top everything off with a treat from Slope Frozen Treats.
Keep in mind — when you stay at 1870 House, all this is before you even need to get in your car! There are a wealth of other great establishments, like the Four Winds Casino Dowagiac, and a wealth of outdoor activities just a short drive away. Take a look at this video tour of Dowagiac to get an idea of what greets you here.
