Belleville

The Homestead is a subdivision of single family homes in Van Buren Township, Michigan located off of Ecorse Road between Belleville and Haggerty roads near Morton Taylor. It is located approximately 5 miles from downtown Belleville and provides easy access to both I-94 and I-275. The majority of these homes were constructed between 1998 …

Victory Park was established in 1919 by a group of residents who raised money to purchase the triangular plot of land at Five Points to create a park.  This park was given its name in dedication to the men of WWI. Victory Station was added in 1925 by Wayne County when they built several …

As you enter downtown Belleville by way of Belleville Road, you are greeted by the landscapes of a lakeside City of Belleville park along eastern shore at the northeast corner of Main and Liberty.  This view is quite different from what many of us remember prior to the 2000’s when the first …

I am quite fortunate to come from a family of “savers”.  Admittedly, some things we save are of more value and interest than others.  Sometimes I/we hold on to things we should probably just toss away.  But there are many things I have acquired through the years that I am …

For many Belleville area residents, living within our downtown is where they are most happy to be.  Being able to walk from their doorstep to enjoy views of Belleville Lake at Horizon Park or the DNR boat ramp, playgrounds at Victory Park, The Belleville Area Museum, The Belleville Area District Library, …

One thing that I truly love about living in downtown Belleville, is that there are fun, family friendly events offered downtown throughout the year.  Events that our family is lucky enough to be able to walk to, just blocks from our own front door.  Winter is no exception!  Downtown Belleville kicks of …

Travel along Main Street in downtown Belleville throughout the month of October and you will be greeted by a line of scarecrows  along the way.  These scarecrows are the creations of local businesses, families, individuals, schools, organizations and clubs and another fun “Booville” activity.  Not only are they fun decorations …

Hickory Woods is a condominium community located off of Tyler Road between Haggerty and Morton Tyler roads.  It is located approximately 4 miles from downtown Belleville and offers convenient access to both I-94 and I-275.  These buildings were constructed in the early 2000’s.  They offer a couple different standard floor plans …

This past Saturday our family visited the annual Harvest Fest in downtown Belleville.  We have made this a family tradition for many years.  Our kids always have a lot of fun participating in the various activities.  These are offered within the Belleville Area Museum, the Belleville Area District Library, and …