Michigan is recognized being, doing, and having the first of many things. This one is about the first outdoor pedestrian mall. Kalamazoo Mall of course is in Southwest Michigan. It still is generating a bunch of business.
It opened way back in 1959 covering 2 blocks. The cost to build it was $60,000. The old Kalamazoo State Theater there features live music for free during the summer. Another reason the explore Michigan. See more here.
