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The National Trust for Historic Preservation, Dozen Distinctive Destinations program recognizes unique cities and towns across the country that work to preserve their historic character, promote heritage tourism, enhance their community and encourage others to enjoy all they have to offer.

Each year the National Trust for Historic Preservation selects 12 cities from across the country from a list of nominees that offer authentic visitor experiences by combining dynamic downtowns, diverse cultural activities, attractive architecture, and a strong commitment to historic preservation, sustainability and revitalization.

Marquette was nominated jointly by the Lake Superior Community Partnership and the City’s Downtown Development Authority. Marquette was chosen because of its efforts to preserve its historic resources, beautiful historic architecture, spectacular exquisite setting, multitude of events, and the volunteer efforts of the community to make Marquette the vibrant, happening city that it is.

There are approximately 26,000 cities in the United States. Marquette is one of 132 Cities designated as a “Distinctive Destination.”
Some notable: Annapolis, Maryland, Jekyll Island, Georgia, Key West, Florida, New Orleans, Louisiana, Burlington, Vermon, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, Galveston, Texas, Palm Springs, Florida, Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Portland, Oregon.

Historic preservation is an effective economic development tool for managing growth, fostering local pride, maintaining community character and enhancing quality of life. Preservation-based community development not only protects our heritage, but also is a viable alternative to sprawl that creates affordable housing, generates jobs, supports independent businesses, increases civic participation, and bolsters a community’s sense of place.

Vote now, and make Marquette, Michigan the number one destination in America. Voting will conclude February 28th. People can vote as many times as they wish.

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