History
The northwestern areas of Michigan’s lower peninsula were popular settlements for Native Americans. They stay a place for fishing and pleasure. Fresh water, scenery, and a change of seasons can also be found there. Names like Petoskey, Mackinaw, and Onaway have meanings. Petoskey means where the sun shines through the clouds. Mackinaw means great snapping turtle. Onaway means awake. These names are rooted in traditions and places passed down through the generations. Early records for Pleasant View Township date back to 1855 and are memorialized in the Historical Context (below). This history also serves as a cornerstone for the Township Master Plan.
Historical Artifact & Story Request
Pleasant View Township continues to compile a history of the Township including the Township Hall. We are looking for information, pictures, and stories relating to the history, growth, and development of our area. Please contact the Township Office about any items you feel would be helpful. Thank You!
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