17th century fort, historic mansion among Michigan landmarks recognized

17th century fort, historic mansion among Michigan landmarks recognized

LANSING, MI — Caretakers of an 1880s mansion and a 17th century fort, both in Berrien County, were recognized for their preservation work this week.

Two locations in Niles honored with Governor's Awards for Historic Preservation

A couple of attractions in Berrien County are now recipients of Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation. Niles History Center Director Christina Arseneau tells us she got word Thursday that the Chapin Mansion Restoration and the Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Project have both been selected for the awards. She says it’s an honor to see the two be recognized by the state for honoring Michigan’s past. “We’re excited that these are two of the thin…

Two locations in Niles honored with Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation

A couple of attractions in Berrien County are now recipients of Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation. Niles History Center Director Christina Arseneau tells us she got word Thursday that the Chapin Mansion Restoration and the Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Project have both been selected for the awards. She says it’s an honor to see the two be recognized by the state for honoring Michigan’s past. “We’re excited that these are two of the thin…

Governor's Awards for Historic Preservation given to two Niles attractions

A couple of attractions in Berrien County are now recipients of Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation. Niles History Center Director Christina Arseneau tells us she got word Thursday that the Chapin Mansion Restoration and the Fort St. Joseph Archaeology Project have both been selected for the awards. She says it’s an honor to see the two be recognized by the state for honoring Michigan’s past. “We’re excited that these are two of the thi…