In the early stages of Marilla's development, logging and agriculture played key roles. Around 1904 the community enjoyed the luxury of four stores, the railroad, post office, and a church. With the decline of the logging industry in 1920, this once prosperous Wells Fargo stop-over is now a very quiet, rural community.

Today, you can explore Marilla's history by touring the Marilla Historical Museum which consists of a series of period buildings filled with household, agricultural and railroad artifacts. It is worth the drive to this simple country town to enjoy its pristine beauty and local history.

Marilla is tucked in the eastern part of Manistee County, follow Nine Mile Road a few miles beyond Kaleva.

Marilla Must See & Do

• North Country Trail - at the Marilla Trailhead
• Manistee River Trail - Suspension Bridge & Waterfall
• Marilla Museum & Pioneer Place - contact 231-362-3430 to schedule an old-fashioned tea!
• Sugar Bush Fest - April 4, 2009 (Maple Sugaring Tours)
• Marilla Strawberry Social - June 27, 2009 (Homemade shortcake and ice cream, area grown strawberries!)
• Marilla Pioneer Christmas - TBD

Marilla Township Hall
9991 Marilla Road
231-378-2149
Clerk: Margaret Rybicki - 231-378-2149

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