Discover Your Sanctuary

It’s what sailors have always searched for when the weather took a turn for the worse – a sanctuary. Isn’t that what we’re all looking for today amongst these shouting headlines? Our friendly, historic city may be just what the doctor ordered. Alpena is that place where history and heritage collide with relaxed outdoor adventure. Your base camp for adventuring through Northeast Michigan. Alpena, Michigan is a modern city at nature’s doorstep. We’ve turned the volume down and slowed the pace a bit so you can relax, rejuvenate and discover your family and what matters most in life, all over again, in your Sanctuary of the Great Lakes.

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Upcoming Events

29mar7:00 pmThe Future of Comedy Show at the Sandbar & Grill7:00 pm Sandbar & Grill, 9027 W Long Lake Rd, Alpena, MI 49707

08apr2:00 pm4:00 pmThe Great American Eclipse Viewing Party2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan, 491 Johnson St, Alpena, MI 49707

26apr6:00 pm10:00 pm25th Annual Bowling for Kids' Sake Fundraiser6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Thunder Bowl Lanes, 2192 US-23, Alpena, MI 49707

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