Marshall is a small Midwestern friendly community with a population of about 7,000, located in south central Michigan, 10 miles east of Battle Creek, where I-94 meets I-69.  Our historical roots take us back to the early 1800s when our town was founded in 1830 as a possible state capitol.  We have one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the nation, including over 850 homes and businesses.  Visitors from all parts of the country come to our annual Historical Home Tour in September, featuring the restored and preserved Victorian homes and the turn-of-the-century architecture evident throughout the downtown area.  They are greeted at the “fountain circle” by Brooks Memorial Fountain, an impressive Greek Revival structure which includes an impressive colored light display every evening, the Honolulu House--now an historical museum, the National House--the oldest operating inn in Michigan, and our main street to the east, housing our many antique and gift shops.  We are proud to be known as one of the most beautiful cities in Michigan.