Dowagiac, City in Cass County, Michigan.
Located in southwestern Michigan, Dowagiac extends across 4.54 square miles of land with rolling farmlands and numerous fruit orchards in the region.
The settlement, established in 1848, received its name from the Potawatomi word dewje'og, which refers to fishing activities near residential waters.
The municipal area maintains strong connections with the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, whose tribal headquarters operates within the city boundaries.
The Dowagiac Municipal Airport provides private aircraft services, while daily Amtrak trains connect the city to Chicago and Detroit.
In 1854, Dowagiac marked the final destination for the first group of children transported from New York City through the Orphan Train movement.
Location: Cass County
Inception: 1848
Elevation above the sea: 232 m
GPS coordinates: 41.98417,-86.10861
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
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