Midland, MI is a small city located in Central Michigan. It is known for its vibrant downtown full of shops and restaurants, as well as various family-friendly attractions. There are several parks located throughout the city, providing plenty of outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, Midland is home to Dow Chemical, one of the world's largest chemical companies. Overall, Midland has a lot to offer its residents and visitors alike.
When it comes to reviews, Midland has garnered mostly positive feedback from those who have experienced it first hand. Tourists often comment on how clean the city is, how friendly the locals are and how much there is to do in such a small town. They also appreciate all of the amenities that Downtown Midland offers; with numerous restaurants and shops, it's easy to find something interesting to explore. Families also tend to enjoy their time in Midland; there are plenty of parks nearby for kids to play at and lots of family friendly activities. Even those just passing through are often surprised by how much they've enjoyed their time in Midland. All in all, it seems like most people who visit or live in Midland end up having a great experience!
based on 21 ReviewsGet to know Midland with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Midland
Wonderful place to live! - 6/1/2009
This city offers recreational items, Midland Center for the Arts, the Rail Trail, & Antique festivals. Very family oriented. If you are interested in the "Bar Scene" - head over to Bay City. Bay City and Saginaw are conveniently near by and offer a wide variety of shopping, home improvement and entertainment, while Midland offers that small town feel with access to much
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Quiet Place to live - 6/19/2008
I moved to Midland for school and thought it was awful. After school I moved to Orlando, FL. After four years in Florida I am really striving to get back to Midland. For raising a family or just enjoying the better side of life(relaxing and peace) I think Midland is a great town. Unlike Orlando Midland has no traffic, decent sized lots, low home prices, nicer people and is overall a great small
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midland michigan - 5/1/2008
lived here all my life-im only still here because its my roots and birth place and im familar with midland being here 54 yaers,midland is yes a very snobbish town allways has been-and its city policys do discriminate against equal employment and opportunity,there is no place better to see this then in the food vendoring buissness-if your a lincensed vendor pay your insurence and perments and lincense fee,your second class and 95% of time ignored and pushed aside and not allowed to opperate-for food vendors at midland county fairground and fourth of july events are for the elitest and buissness owners other wise your son your daughter or yourself are denied access to theese events even though you have all qaulifications and the right-buissnes owners of big stores make sure city hall and chamber of commerce keep u out-so nexst time your at the fairgrounds just remember those folks are store owners being given special privilage and injunction with city hall make sure public never gets a
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Great place for a family - 2/22/2008
I grew up in Midland until I moved away for college. It is an incredible place for a family with young children. There are lots of parks and it's a safe, decent town. However, if you are looking for adventure this is not your place. Teenagers usually hate it, but hey, at least they're not getting into tons of trouble! I would give my right arm to move back, and almost everyone I know from Midland says the same
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Smash your head in with a rock instead of moving t - 1/27/2008
Trust me if you are not retired or an employee of Dow, then don't move here, there is nothing to do, no night life to speak of, the property is expensive and the land taxes are very high, and the people are very snobby. although there are good sides too, the high taxes afford some nice things, high police presence, excellent schools and public services. If you are under 35 you could definitely move to a more exiting city than midland, but if you are just a really boring person with a bad attitude towards people who are not as well off as you, then Midland is just the place you are looking
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I hate to admit... - 4/8/2007
but i am miserable in midland. sure, there is Dow but nothing else. snobby people make it hard to appriciate even the nice days Michigan has to
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Many opportunities - 1/6/2007
The varied background of Midland's residents and the excellent support provided by local industry results in outstanding cultural and recreational
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The little big town - 12/12/2006
We call Midland the little big town. Home to Dow Chemical and Dow Corning companies headquarter with population of just over 40,000, it is a small town with small town virtues. At the same time it offers much of the amenities that larger towns offer, such as art and culture. Other advantages include excellent education, healthcare, sporting facilities, parks and low cost of living and housing.
The town is known as the little United Nation with nationalities from around the globe working for a fortune 50 company. You can also say it is a little jewel not discovered by all and enjoyed immensely by the folks who do live here. Midland is only a short distance away from the Detroit, and yet shorter distance away from natural beauties of northern Michigan and Great Lakes.
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Midland - 10/31/2006
I grew up in Freeland, not very far from Midland. I agree with previous post that people can be snobby there. We always considered it a more "high-end" town. It is very well kept for the most part with cute neighborhoods. I definately recommend the tridge. It's a nice place to go on a picnic. Also, Dow Gardens is gorgeous and where I got married. They have a nice mall too. If I'm not mistaken you can go fishing and boating in Midland also. In the winter they have all kinds of Christmas decorations that is worth investigating. Overall a very nice town that the residents seem to take pride
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Bedroom Community - 6/9/2006
This post is an addition to my previous description. About the people - they can be friendly, however, they can be snobby. Mind you, I am not the only person who feels that way. Everyone I know, who moved to the community from a large city can also sense the aloof attitude. Otherwise, I must admit that it is a quiet town with little crime and a very large percentage of residents who have higher education, such as Ph.D.'s. About regional locations for excitement - the "Tridge" and the Midland Center for the Arts (mcfta.com) are the two major highlights in town, in my opinion. Both are really worth a visit! Two more important and interesting places include The Mackinaw Center and Northwood Institute, both downtown, near Main Street and come highly
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