| Jean Baptiste Recollect Trading Post | 
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| Near this site on the shore of Muskegon Lake, stood the first Indian fur trading post in Muskegon County. It was established in 1812 by Jean Baptiste Recollect, a French fur trader believed to be this area's first white settler. Jean Recollect remained here for about a year when a new manager took over. The Muskegon post operated as a successful business enterprise for many years. Remains of the chimney of Recollect's station were visible as late as 1836. |
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Registered Site L0726 Erected 1980 Location: Ruddiman and Bear Lake Rd North Muskegon, Muskegon County Home |
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