Historical Schoolhouse and Museum on the Grounds of the Village

HISTORICAL PLAYHOUSE

HOUGHTON LAKE AREA HISTORICAL VILLAGE AND PLAYHOUSE

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Low Log Buiilding which is like a twenties type dance hall.

Interior of a dance hall with several adult couples dancing the polka. the hall is decorated with streamers

Interior of a dance hall with several young copuples dancing the hall is decorated with baloons and streamers and the couples are dressed in formal prom clothing

Houghton Lake's  Historical Playhouse is a fine example of early 20th Century Dance Hall design.  Built in 1927 as the Johnson Dance Hall the Playhouse served for many years as the entertainment center for the area.  Abandoned and left in disrepair the Playhouse was sold to the Historical Society and was renovated and repaired.   It has been used since 1990 for many events including live plays, musical concerts, community events, weddings, family re-unions and much more. The playhouse is regularly scheduled for events and can be rented for weddings and other private parties. If you are interested in renting this hall please call 989-422- 6393 or to e-mail click here

Coming Events At the Playhouse

Polkas- Waltzes- Country- Swing-Ballroom

All Dances on Sunday  3PM- 7PM

Food and Beverages Available   - Admission $10.00 per person
                     May 20, 2007 Rich Lasceski & the Natural Tones
                     June 17, 2007 Virgil Baker & the Just for Fun Band
                     August 19, 2007 Virgil Baker & the Just for Fun Band
                     September 16, 2007 Northern Sounds
                    October 21, 2007 The Dave Slivinski Band
                    November 11, 2007 Ken Rutkowski & the Lake Towne Sound Band