The White Lake Area Historical Society invites the public to attend its upcoming meeting Thursday, July 17, at 7 p.m. at Svensson Park, 1050 S Lake Street, Whitehall.
Nestled across from the Howmet Aerospace parking lot and beside Windy Cove Condominiums, this setting offers a perfect backdrop for an engaging evening of local history.
The program, titled “Svensson Park – A Hidden Gem on White Lake,” will be presented by Jan (Svensson) Grady, whose family initiated the park with a donation of lakefront land to the City of Whitehall. The talk will explore the history of the land and park, the planning and development process, and the evolution from the initial vision of a public swimming beach to the present-day public green space.
Turning that vision into the vibrant park we know today was a long-term effort, requiring years of advocacy, planning, and development. From modest beginnings, the park has evolved into a unique natural haven featuring native Michigan wildflowers, a wildlife habitat, playground, picnic areas, a carry-in boat launch, and a bike path connection.
As there is no seating in the park, attendees will need to bring their own chairs. Limited parking inside the park is available for individuals with mobility challenges; carpooling is recommended, and street parking is available nearby.
In case of rain, the meeting will take place at Lebanon Lutheran Church on Mears Avenue in Whitehall.
