Frankenmuth’s German roots run deep. In fact, our name means “courage of the Franconians” because our Bavarian heritage traces back to our earliest settlers, and seeps into every authentic experience in Michigan’s Little Bavaria.
Explore a curated collection of artifacts inside the Frankenmuth Historical Museum, or journey along the Historical Walking Tour to track down historical markers throughout town that share the stories of our past.
Tour Frankenmuth’s founding church, St. Lorenz, and a replica of the original log cabin built by our German settlers. Or, wander the Michigan Heroes Museum, the only of its kind, dedicated solely to the wartime experiences of men and women from Michigan, and see the nation’s largest Medal of Honor collection on display.
Learn more about the story of Frankenmuth and its culture with the museum and historic-inspired experiences below.
