Mason County Emporium and Sweets Shop

04/28/2025

Mason County Historical Society offers a wide range of opportunities for anyone interested in volunteering in the community.

A Volunteer Workshop will be held at our downtown location to explore the various opportunities that can use your support. From being the friendly face that welcomes guests at the Maritime Museum front desk, to providing an engaging demonstration in the Blacksmith Shop at the Village. Every contribution you make will create a significant impact.

Support the Mason County Historical Society in our mission to preserve and protect history for generations to come. Help give history a future!

04/22/2025

Historic White Pine Village is opening back up for the season on May 3rd! Take 25% off regular admission prices on opening day.

04/21/2025

This is our last week for accepting applications for our summer internship program from June-August.🏖️ Apply now before the deadline on April 30th!

Must be currently enrolled in an undergrad or graduate program in a related field. Multiple opportunities are available. Including Educational programming, collections, and operations. A stipend of $750 will be given at the end of the program. Housing is not included.

Apply today at https://masoncountymihistory.org/employment-opportunities/
Or send a Cover letter and CV to [email protected]

04/18/2025

The Port of Ludington Maritime Museum will reopen on Saturday, May 3rd. On opening day, you can take 25% off regular admission prices!

04/18/2025

We invite you to join us in Two Lights for Tomorrow, April 18th to April 30th. This campaign is rooted in the iconic signal lanterns of Paul Revere's famous midnight ride - "One if by land, two if by sea."

We encourage you to place two lights in your home or business windows as a symbolic tribute to the brave men and women who paved the way to American Independence. It's a simple but powerful gesture; a way to reflect on our shared past and shine a light toward a stronger, and more united future.

04/17/2025

Now accepting applications for our summer internship program from June-August.🏖️

Must be currently enrolled in an undergrad or graduate program in a related field. Multiple opportunities are available. Including Educational programming, collections, and operations. A stipend of $750 will be given at the end of the program. Housing is not included.

The deadline to apply is April 30th.

Apply today at https://masoncountymihistory.org/employment-opportunities/
Or send a Cover letter and CV to [email protected]

04/14/2025

Historic White Pine Village and Port of Ludington Maritime Museum will be opening back up for the season on Saturday, May 3rd. Take 25% off regular admission on opening day.

04/11/2025

Take 25% off regular admission prices on opening day!

04/09/2025

Historic White Pine Village is opening back up for the season on May 3rd!

Staff are busy cleaning the village grounds and exhibits

04/06/2025

Plan Your Next Group Tour in Beautiful Ludington, MI!🚍 🌅

Discover miles of sandy beaches, charming downtown shops, rich history, and iconic attractions like the Historic White Pine Village, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, and the SS Badger.

Don't miss out on an unforgettable adventure—book your group tour today! 📩 Contact Olivia at [email protected] to reserve your spot!

04/05/2025

S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry

Why is the SS Badger’s Ludington berth called Slip No. 2?

In the early 1930s, the Ludington cross lake car ferry fleet consisted of nine ships that operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, transporting mostly rail freight from Ludington, Michigan to the Wisconsin ports of Manitowoc, Milwaukee and Kewaunee. For that fleet of nine boats, there were three docks (or slips) that the ships would back into and connect to railroad tracks — Slip No. 1, Slip No. 2, and Slip No. 3. Slips 2 and 3 also included ramps to load automobiles to the upper auto deck of the SS City of Midland 41, SS. Spartan and SS Badger.

Between the whole numbered slips were Slip No. 2 1/2 and Slip No. 3/12. The “half” slips did not have access to railroad tracks or auto ramps. Slip No. 2 1/2 was often referred to as “Misery Bay” by car ferry crew, according to Don Klemm, who worked on the ferries in the 1970s and whose father, Bill Klemm, who served as C&O Railroad superintendent of steamships from 1975 until his retirement in 1979 (Bill Klemm began working at the ferries in 1941). “That’s where a lot of the retired boats were tied up.”

Read more here:
https://ssbadger.com/blog/why-is-the-ss-badgers-ludington-berth-called-slip-no-2/

The 2025 sailing season begins Friday, May 16. To reserve tickets visit ssbadger.com or call 800-841-4243 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (ET).

04/03/2025

04/02/2025

We are hiring! Join our team's mission to preserve, protect and present history for generations to come.
Apply today at https://masoncountymihistory.org/employment-opportunities/
The deadline to apply is April 7th.

03/31/2025

We are now accepting internship applications for the summer!, The deadline to apply is April 30th.

Internship opportunities include working with collections, creating educational programming, and operational management.

03/28/2025

The Mason County Historical Society is taking a break. Staff will return April 7th to begin working on opening for the season on May 3rd!

02/14/2025

Grab your last minute Valentine's Day gifts today! Discounts on candy, clothing and more!

The Emporium will be open from 10-4

01/03/2025

Take 60% off all Christmas merchandise!

More merchandise across the store, stop in today to get ready for next Christmas

01/02/2025

We are changing our hours for winter, we will now be open Monday-Friday from 10-4. Contact us today at [email protected] to schedule a research appointment!

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from everyone at the Mason County Historical Society!

12/18/2024

Come Visit us from 4-8pm tonight (12/18)

12/17/2024

Take advantage of all the sales we have at the Emporium! Grab a last-minute stocking stuffer from classic tin-style hot cocoa to Christmas tea towels and more. The Emporium will be open from 10-5 Tuesday through Saturday

12/14/2024

Stop in today for the cookie walk 🍪and Canvas🖌️ from 1-4! Meet artist Karen Moeller and view some amazing artwork.

Take 25% off everything in store, we are open today from 10-5

12/12/2024

The downtown cookie walk is this Saturday (Dec 14) from 1-4! Meet with a local artist and take a tour of our archives.

Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downtown-ludington-cookie-walk-tickets-1065817632229?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/04/2024

Give the gift of membership this holiday season. Memberships are good for one year and unlock exclusive member-only benefits including; discounts on nonfood events, discounts in all 3 giftshops, and unlimited admission to both museums, 12 free research visits, and access to our weekly enews letter.

12/01/2024

Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downtown-ludington-cookie-walk-tickets-1065817632229?aff=oddtdtcreator

11/30/2024

We will be open late today! Sales going on from 10-8pm!

11/29/2024

Stop by the Emporium today for sales throughout the store. Pick up a free cup of coffee too!