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First settled in 1853 by General Ralph Ely and three companions; he built a sawmill here in 1855 and platted the village as Elyton in 1856; later an addition was platted by Mr. Gargett and called Alma, the name by which the whole community came to be known and the name, it is believed, of his daughter; General Ely became the first postmaster of Alma on July 7, 1858; incorporated as a village in 1872 and as a city in 1905.
SourceMichigan Place Names: The History of the Founding and the Naming of More ... By Walter Romig
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1853 - Alma was founded in 1853 by Ralph Ely.
1895 - Alma
Alma, a flourishing post-village of Gratiot co., Mich., on Pine River, 9 miles N.W. of Ithaca, and 37 miles by rail W. of Saginaw City. It has 6 churches, 2 banks, a graded school, a large flouring-mill, foundry, woollen-mill, saw mill, a sanitarium, and 2 newspaper offices. P. about 1700.
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Alma College: Start your visit by exploring the beautiful Alma College campus. The college hosts various cultural and sporting events that are open to the public.

Wright Park: Enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in this scenic park. It's a great place to relax, and there are often events and concerts held here.

Alma Highland Festival and Games: If you're in town during the festival in late May, don't miss the Scottish games, music, and dance performances. It's a unique and fun experience.

Riverside Park: Located on the Pine River, this park offers a playground, picnic areas, and a beautiful view of the river. You can also enjoy some fishing here.

Alma Community Art Center: Check out the local art scene at this center, which hosts rotating exhibitions and workshops.

Biking and Hiking: Alma is close to the Fred Meijer Heartland Trail, a scenic trail for biking, hiking, and bird watching. It's a great way to experience the natural beauty of the area.

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