Monroe, County seat in Michigan, United States
Monroe stands at the western shore of Lake Erie, with the River Raisin flowing through its downtown district and into the lake.
The settlement grew from a French-Canadian community in the 1780s to become an official city incorporation in 1817 at the location of the River Raisin battles.
The River Raisin National Battlefield Park preserves the location of the January 1813 battles and educates visitors about the conflict between British and American forces.
The Sterling State Park provides beach access to Lake Erie, hiking trails, and camping facilities for outdoor activities throughout the year.
La-Z-Boy, the furniture manufacturing company, started its operations in Monroe in 1927 and maintained its headquarters in the city until 2019.
Location: Monroe County
Inception: 1817
Elevation above the sea: 182 m
Shares border with: Frenchtown Charter Township
Website: http://ci.monroe.mi.us
GPS coordinates: 41.91639,-83.39778
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:56
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