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Ellison Bay
Liner notes
Sing a folk song about the quiet shores of Ellison Bay, where the cherry orchards bloom and the old Fleetwing rests beneath the waves. Tell the story of Uncle John Eliason who built a life among the evergreen forests and limestone bluffs. Let the acoustic guitar echo the peaceful trails of The Clearing Folk School and the stunning heights of the Grand View Overlook.
Researcher notes
Song research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Highway 42
- Garrett Bay Road
- Grand View Overlook
Other
- Unincorporated community in Liberty Grove
Geography
- Lake Michigan shoreline
- Niagara Escarpment
- Mink River Estuary
Culture
- Blues on the Bay festival
- Liberty Grove Art Stroll
- Strong artist and potter community
Architecture and visuals
- Historic wooden buildings
- Curvy road designed by Jens Jensen
- Rustic folk school architecture
Landmarks
- The Clearing Folk School
- Liberty Grove Historical Society
- Ellison Bluff County Park
History
- Founded in 1872 by Johan Brendt Eliason
- Originally a fishing and lumber town
- Fleetwing shipwreck of 1888
Businesses and industry
- Cherry and apple orchards
- Uncle Tom's Candy Store
- Tourism and lodging
Research sources
Visual research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Curvy road to Northport
- Garrett Bay
Other
- Dark sky park views
Geography
- Limestone bluffs
- Evergreen and hardwood forests
- Lake Michigan waters
Culture
- Public art installations
Architecture and visuals
- Rustic timber and stone buildings
- Historic wooden structures at the historical society
Landmarks
- The Clearing Folk School
- Grand View Overlook
History
- 1800s shipwreck site
Businesses and industry
- Working cherry orchards
Research sources
UntitledWave · City Pride
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