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hen in Charlevoix, make a point of seeing
the architectural collection of self-taught
builder Earl A. Young. Starting in 1919,
and continuing into the seventies, Young fashioned
over two dozen creations using indigenous materials.
Known for their prolific stonework, undulating lines,
and focused attention to the smallest detail, the Earl
Young homes blend beautifully into the natural lay of
the land. Many of the homes are accessible within a
reasonable walking distance from downtown; more
can be seen by car. Downtown, Stafford’s Weathervane
Restaurant, Weathervane Terrace Inn & Suites on Pine
River Lane, and The Lodge
hotel on Michigan
Avenue are also
his creations.
Brochure Sponsors:
Charlevoix Chamber of Commerce | charlevoix.org
Charlevoix Convention and Visitor’s Bureau | visitcharlevoix.com
Hotel Earl (Opening Summer 2019) | hotelearl.com
Stafford’s Weathervane Restaurant | staffords.com
Weathervane Terrace Inn & Suites | weathervane-chx.com
Mushroom Houses
Charlevoix
A Guide to Earl Young Architecture
Earl Young Resources
at the Historical Society Museum
103 State Street, downtown Charlevoix
The Wizard of Boulder Park (DVD)
Documentary on the life and work of Earl Young from three-time
Emmy-award winners Anne-Marlowe Belanger and Brian Belanger.
The Life and Works of Earl Young:
Charlevoix’s Master Builder in Stone (DVD)
All-inclusive look at Earl Young and his Mushroom Houses.
A Guide to the Earl Young Structures
in Charlevoix, the Beautiful (booklet)
Walking or driving guidebook detailing the location of and
information about each Earl Young structure.
Earl Young Walking Tours
Guided tours for individuals and groups; call 231.547.0373 or
visit chxhistory.com for specific dates, times, and details.
Earl Young Exhibit (Weathervane Restaurant, lower level)
See Earl Young’s former real estate office and a display
of the structures he created.
The Mushroom Houses of Charlevoix (book)
Full-color, highly detailed exploration of Earl Young creations
with many interior views, by master photographer Mike Barton.
231.547.0373 | chxhistory.com
Historical Society Museum
103 State Street | Charlevoix, MI
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