But just after the start of the Civil War, in 1860, it was the site of ... and I think it would be another good addition,” Severit said. St. Clair County purchased the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds ...

IONIA — Worn, but not tattered, a handmade silk Civil ... County Courthouse. The former Union Army's 21st Volunteer Infantry Regiment battle flag is believed to be the last Michigan Civil War ...

The grounds which serve as the site of Belle-Clair Fairgrounds was used very much as it is today 170 years ago, as a place for agricultural fairs and other events. But just after the start of the ...

During its history, it held a lake that is now filled-in; created the race track seen today for horse racing; and held the emergency Civil War training camp, Camp Koerner. St. Clair County parcel ...