The Village of Kaleva, the heart of Manistee County, is located just 10 miles from the shores of Lake Michigan. The Village of Kaleva was incorporated in 1900 by Finnish immigrants, and was named after the epic poem -
"The Kalevala".
The Village of Kaleva is recognized as a historic Finnish community in Northwest Michigan offering a growing economy and affordable living in a clean and safe environment in the heart of Manistee County.
We have many businesses, historical sites, local events and unique character that draw residents and tourists alike.
Check out more about the Village of Kaleva and learn why we are the heart of Manistee County.
For more information about the history of Kaleva and historical site in our area,
visit the Kaleva Historical Society.
QUICK LINKS
Kaleva Norman Dickson Schools
Please watch for our Amish neighbors in Maple Grove Township and Kaleva.
Horse-drawn buggies are dark in color, and travel around 5-8 miles per hour. Because rural roads are often more narrow, there can be increased danger when passing horses and horse-drawn buggies. Blind corners, open ditches, loose gravel and grass berms can also be hazardous.
And please - do not honk your horn - it can spook the horse.