Voting Opens March 3; Public Can Vote Once Daily through March 31
Ludington made a name for itself in 2024 as the “Best Historic Small Town” in the country by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. It has a chance to defend its title, as it was nominated for Best Historic Small Town again in 2025 – with voting starting March 3 at noon EST.
Ludington is one of 20 U.S. towns selected by the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards panel for “Best Historic Small Town.” The Ludington Area Visitors Bureau encourages everyone to vote for Ludington daily starting March 3 throughout the month until the contest ends Monday, March 31 at 11:59 a.m. EDT at 10best.usatoday.com/awards/
“With our rich history dating to 1873 and a town full of historic attractions celebrating our lumber and maritime heritage, we’re the perfect city to again be named the best historic small town in America,” said Brandy Miller, executive director of the Ludington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. “We are ready to defend our rightful title, and we ask everyone who knows and loves Ludington to vote for us daily.”
Ludington’s description in the award entry reads: “Ludington, Michigan, built its economy on the lumber industry and has continued to thrive as a shipping port, both by water and by train. Today, visitors come to explore Ludington's small-town charm, enjoy its waterfront location, and shop at its many specialty shops and art galleries. Explore the town's past at Historic White Pine Village and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum.”
The USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards highlight top-notch attractions and businesses, providing readers with trusted recommendations. Nominees are chosen by a panel of relevant experts, including a combination of editors from USA TODAY; editors from 10Best.com; relevant expert contributors; and sources for both these media and other Gannett properties.
Individuals 18 years and older may vote once a day until the March 31 deadline. Voting closes March 31 at 11:59 a.m. The 10Best Readers' Choice winner will be posted afterward at 10best.usatoday.com/awards. Official voting rules can be found at 10best.usatoday.com/ legal/awards/rules.
