Welcome to the City of Ithaca, Michigan!
Nestled in the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, Ithaca greets visitors from all corners of the state. Ithaca serves as the county seat of Gratiot County, and is mid-point of the US-127 university corridor of Central Michigan University, Alma College, and Michigan State University. Ithaca also sits about an hour’s drive from Bay City, Saginaw, and Midland; an hour-and-a-half from Big Rapids and Grand Rapids; and about two hours from Detroit and Kalamazoo.
Ithaca – population 3,098 – cherishes its historic small town roots, but strives to grow to meet the demands of the evolving economy. Two industrial parks boast convenient multi-market accessibility, with immediate access to US-127. In addition to these industrial parks, a Michigan Renaissance Zone offers enormous tax incentives for businesses to locate and operate. This industrial core is supported by the strong and diverse agricultural operations that thrive in Gratiot County.
What's New
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The Evening In the Park entertainment series returns to Ithaca and Gratiot County! Head on down to Woodland Park this summer for family-friendly entertainment! On July 29, see juggling and magic on display, and on August 5, Bob Crist and Friends provide an evening of jazz for our ears. |
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Ithaca Sesquicentennial Merchandise is still available... for a limited time! The Ithaca Promotional Committee's merchandise celebrating Ithaca's 150th anniversary is available in limited quantities at City Hall. |
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Thank you to all of our flower planters! The 2008 street flower planting was a huge success, thanks to you. To see pictures of the 28 Ithaca Elementary Classes that planted, as well as the many volunteers from May 17, click the picture to the left. To see the street flowers and hanging baskets, just go for a stroll down Pine River or Center Streets! |
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The latest Ithaca Municipal Viewpoint newsletter is available online! Spring 2008 edition subjects include local construction projects, business development, upcoming community events, brush and waste pickup, and other information. |
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The Ithaca Farmers' Market returns to Uptown Ithaca on June 14! Every Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. 'til 1:00 p.m. at the corner of Pine River and Center streets you can find fresh local produce straight from the farm! If you are interested in selling produce, crafts, or other market-related goods, please call or email the Ithaca Downtown Development Authority. |