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First settled by John LaRue and his family in 1851. Named after the schooner Empire which became icebound in its harbor in the winter of 1863. The vessel was then used as a schoolhouse. Empire developed into a lumber town. Incorporated as a village in 1895.
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Maple Lane Resort, 8720 Dorsey Rd., Empire, MI 49630, Phone: (231) 334-3413
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Sleeping Bear Bed & Breakfast, 11977 S. Gilbert Rd, Empire, Michigan 49630, Phone: (231) 326-5375
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