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County Information
Monroe County, Michigan was established in July, 1817. Located at 106 East First Street Monroe, Michigan 48161. You can reach us at 1-888-354-5500.
Monroe County, Michigan is Michigan's southeasternmost County, and is Michigan's only port on Lake Erie. It is situated directly between Detroit to the north and Toledo, Ohio to the south, with proximity to other cities like Ann Arbor, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario. Its estimated population in January 2009 was 153,817.
Monroe County is characterized by urban and industrial development along its eastern shoreline, and agriculture in its western sector. It has two coal-fired power plants, and one nuclear power plant. The lakeshore offers many fishing and boating opportunities, and harbors North America's only International Wildlife Refuge.
Monroe County has a rich historic legacy, having been the adopted home of General George Armstrong Custer, and the site of the Battle of the River Raisin, part of the War of 1812, which took place on January 23rd, 1813.
Events
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Monroe County Parks and Recreation Commission
Monday, July 6, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
Heck County Park
1095 N. Dixie Hwy
Monroe, MI 48161
Parks Agenda (pdf)
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River Raisin Independence Festival
Friday, July 3, 2009
Friday's festivals kicks off with live entertainment at noon at Sterling State Park with fireworks at dusk over Lake Erie.
Saturday July 4, 2009 Freedom Walk from St. Mary's Park to Sterling State Park at 8:00 a.m.
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City of Luna Pier Freedom Celebration
Saturday July 4, 2009
Garage Sales will take place and food vendors will be set up in First St Park.
Fireworks at dusk.
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