- The list below includes 60 free or cheap things to do in or near Empire, Michigan, including 39 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Beaches, Art Gallery and History Museums.
- From Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore to Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Empire and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Traverse City, Frankfort, Glen Arbor and Leland.
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H & H Stables is a horse stable that offers boarding and extended care services for horses. The facility also offers guided horseback riding tours over more than 250 miles of trails.
0.7 Miles
Designed like the original Roen Saloon, the Empire Area Museum still has the original bar, a Victorian parlor, a turn-of-the-century kitchen, artifacts, and more. Visitors can also explore the schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, and more.
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The Secret Garden is a seasonal art gallery featuring artwork from over 200 American artists with a focus on artists from Michigan. The gallery is located in a nineteenth-century storefront and offers various art pieces and other merchandise for sale.
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Started in 2001, Glen Arbor Botanicals is a nature inspired art gallery and antique museum that focuses on original artwork. Views of natural illustrations are featured, as well as garden plans and various wildlife drawings.
6.2 Miles
Located in the Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Glen Harbor Maritime Museum was originally the Sleeping Bear Point U.S. Life-Saving Station. Exhibits cover the history of Great Lakes shipping services, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Life-Saving Service.
6.8 Miles
An art gallery that focuses on the Northern Michigan lifestyle, the Ruth Conklin Gallery showcases the owner's work as well as that of a variety of other artists. The gallery also sells some clothing and accessories.
6.8 Miles
With subjects such as people and nature, Synchronicity Gallery offers wall to wall paintings, pottery, and sculptures for visitors to enjoy. The 90 artists featured here are local Michigan artists.
6.9 Miles
Clear water, lots of water sports and close to nature is what you get at The River Glen Arbor. Normal depth is feasible for kids as well. Get your booking done with pricing confirmation before you go there.
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Smock Paper Scissors is a year-round art program for children ages 3 and up. SPS is located in Lia Sova's home studio-classroom with all classes taught by Mrs. Sova, who is a K-12 certified art educator.
7.1 Miles
The Crystal River Outfitters offers recreational services to those who want to explore the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. From kayaking to canoe trips, the Crystal River Outfitters lend their hands to guests who want to experience the wild nature of Glen Arbor, Michigan.