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Fishtown Preservation Society
P.O. Box 721
Leland, MI 49654
231.256.8878

info@fishtownmi.org

Photos courtesy of:
Keith Burnham, Glenn Garthe, Holly Kaledas, Rick Lahmann, Leelanau Historical Society,
and Joanie Woods

Webdesign by leelanau.com

Shops & Charter Boats

The Bead Hut  
The Bead Hut
Lisa Preckel
The Bead Hut has unique, handmade jewelry made by Lisa, as well as a large selection of petoskey stone jewelry. The place is a small space but a lot to see! “Fishtown is such a beautiful quaint piece of Michigan, very close knit group of store owners, always a lot of fun!!”
Contact: 231.499.8811 or lisapreckel@hotmail.com
     
Carlson's
 
Carlson’s of Fishtown, LLC
L. William and Jennifer Carlson
A Leland tradition for five generations. Providing the finest fresh fish, jerky and smoked fish products.
Contact: 231.256.9801 or carlsons@fishtown.info
     
The Crib
 

The Crib
Chrissy Chatfield
Eclectic collection of clothing, jewelry, & gifty stuff.
Contact: 231.256.7962

     
The Dam Candy Store  

The Dam Candy Store
L. William and Jennifer Carlson
Candy and ice cream. 
Contact: 231.256.7766

     
 

Diversions Leland
Phil Anderson
Phil has operated the shop in Fishtown since 1972. Though the biggest focus is having the right hat for every head, a creative assortment of fun toys, and upbeat selections of clothing, jewelry, and souvenirs offer something for everyone. 
Website: www.hatsearch.com
Contact: 231.256.9017

     
Haystacks  

Haystacks – Alice’s Closet
Lizzi Lambert
Visit "Little Haystacks" in Fishtown. Many of our unique items are made in Leland using vintage and repurposed trim and fabric.
Website: www.haystacks.net
Contact: 231.256.8875

     
Leland Beach Co.  

Leland Beach Co.
Lisa and Larry Engel
Your Sperry Top-Sider boat shoe headquarters for Leelanau County.
Contact: 231.256.7600

     
Reflections Art Gallery  

Reflections Art Gallery
Rick Lahmann
Reflections is Leland’s oldest art gallery and nautical store. It has delighted area residents and guests since 1969.
 “With a portion of my degree in history, I especially value the opportunity to be located at such a unique historic location. Fishtown has been special to me since the first time I experienced it.”
Website: www.Fishtown.info
Contact: 231.256.7820

     
Sporck Tileart  

Sporck Tileart
Leif Sporck
Upholding a local ceramic art tradition, Sporck Tileart brings you affordable art tiles that represent Fishtown and Leelanau County. Artist Leif Sporck, a Leelanau County native, designs, paints, and glazes his ever increasing collection of tiles after being inspired by the woods and waters of this area.
Website: www.sporcktileart.com
Contact: 231.256.7300

     
Tack & Jibe, Leland  

Tack & Jibe
Charlotte Nelms & Peter Smith
Hand-made items crafted by ourselves and local artisans in celebration of Leelanau County and the Great lakes. Home-goods, stationary, greeting cards, designed objects, bags, and furniture. Stop by and say hello or visit our website!
Website: www.tackandjibe.com

     
Tug Stuff  

Tug Stuff
Chrissy Chatifield
The tug merchandise available represents the old fashioned fishing tug characteristic of 1900 Fishtown. You could say it’s the unofficial logo of Leland…a reminder of our heritage.
Website: www.tugstuff.com
Contact: 231.256.7140

     
Village Cheese Shanty  

Village Cheese Shanty
David Kareck
A never trendy, tourist friendly, palate teasing, neighborhood store offering fresh, made to order sandwiches, over 60 imported cheeses, local cherry and related products, that’s been nourishing Leelanau County with better than ever food for over 25 years.  Check out the website for a menu.
Website: www.villagecheeseshanty.com
Contact: 231.256.9141

Charter Boats
Infinity Charters  

Infinity Charters
Captain John R. Lindenau & First Mate Jon "Lindy" Lindenau
Fishing 30 years out of Leland, the Infinity is a large boat with a full, stand up head (a real plus for the ladies) and a cabin for those cold and rainy fishing days.  With two professional fishermen on board, a safer and more successful fishing trip is offered for both novice and veteran alike.
Website: www.infinity-charters-fishtown.com

     
Fishtown Charter Service  

Sea Witch Charters
Captain Ed Peplinski
Been in business for over 30 years.  The Sea Witch travels the deep waters of Lake Michigan for some of the finest freshwater sport fishing on the Great Lakes.
Website: www.seawitch.4t.com

     
Whitecap Charters  

Whitecap Charters
Captain Jack Duffy
Duffy has chartered out of Leland for over 36 years.  His 27-foot Tiara is
well-known as the "Whitecap."  Leland is one of the #1 fishing ports in all the Great Lakes.
Website: www.captjackduffy.com

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