Loading Events
Event

The Interurban Railway

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Interurban train picks up passengers in Saugatuck

About the Event

Cost: Free

End of the Line: The Interurban Railway to Saugatuck

Chris Clark will discuss what led to the Interurban’s inception in 1899, how it worked, and what drew people to use the electric train service. Then he’ll explain the changes that occurred in 1913, why the service was discontinued in 1926, and what remains today. There will be lots of pictures!

Location

The History Center in Downtown Douglas
130 Center St.
Douglas, MI 49406 United States