A Great Place to Call Home
Arts & Entertainment
There’s something for everyone in the Fort Gratiot area! Take in a show at the Port Huron Civic Theatre or St. Clair Theatre Guild. Spend a Saturday morning exploring the Marysville Farmers Market and Flea Market. You can pick your own vegetables, herbs, and flowers at the Simpson Family Farm, or spend some time at Birchwood Mall. Art enthusiasts can check out The Foundry, a local maker space and gallery. Whatever your interests, there’s always something exciting going on in Fort Gratiot!
Restaurants, Delis & Coffee
From breakfast to brunch, breweries to coffee shops, you’ll find it in all in Fort Gratiot! Hometown gems and familiar favorites can be found within minutes of Mercy Village. Current resident favorites include Raven Café, The Vintage Tavern, Palms Krystal Bar & Grill, and Kate’s Downtown. For waterfront dining, be sure to check out Freighters Eatery & Taproom.
In search of a coffee shop? Getting to your favorite coffee stop is easy with options from Starbucks to Tim Horton’s to name a few. Or try Milkhouse Ice Cream and Coffee Café. You won’t be disappointed!
Must See Sites & Museums
Experience a rich history and take in beautiful sites at local attractions found within minutes of Mercy Village. Fort Gratiot is home to a robust museum district. Visit the Fort Gratiot Light Station, home to the oldest lighthouse in Michigan, the Carnegie Center Port Huron Museum, featuring a living history experience at Kammer Cabin, or the Thomas Edison Depot Museum to learn about Thomas Edison’s time spent living and working in the area, among others. Visit the Blue Water Convention Center for a beautiful view of the Blue Water Bridges to Canada or grab a friend and take the Blue Water Trolley for a tour of 51 beautiful locations around the city.
Outdoor Recreation
If you enjoy the outdoors, you’ll love the Fort Gratiot region. Right on Lake Huron, Fort Gratiot offers ample beachfront space to explore. River and lake cruises leaving from Port Huron will let you see all the area’s waterways have to offer. Looking to spend time inland? There are plenty of parks close by to spend time hiking, golfing, or simply walking around to enjoy the natural beauty of the greater Fort Gratiot area.
"Everyone at Mercy Village in Fort Gratiot has been awesome. The entire staff has been more than accommodating to every one of our wishes. I would strongly recommend Mercy Village for anyone looking for independent or assisted living in the Blue Water area."
- Jon W.