Frankfort Live Cam
Conveniently situated on Frankfort’s charming Main Street
History
Frankfort is a city located in Benzie County, Michigan. The area was first inhabited by the Odawa people, a Native American tribe, and was later settled by European Americans in the mid-19th century.
In 1855, Captain John C. Crist and his family were the first European Americans to settle in the area. They established a farm and named their settlement "Crist's Landing." The settlement grew quickly, and in 1867, it was renamed "Frankfort" after Frankfort, Germany.
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Frankfort became a popular vacation destination for wealthy families from Chicago and Detroit. They came to enjoy the city's beautiful beaches, clear water, and fresh air.