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#Frankenmuth 1-800-FUN-TOWN 13 To this day, Star of the West Milling Co.—which just celebrated 151 years in operation—calls Frankenmuth home in the center of downtown and is the 11th largest miller in the United States, producing the flour that makes it into some of your favorite cereals. The importance of farming is still strong in Michigan's Little Bavaria, and can be seen through our farm fresh eats, farmers markets, and a number of historic working farms. If you visit Frankenmuth from the South, you're greeted by the Palmer Frankenmuth Gateway Arch. Just around the corner stands a big blue barn known as Grandpa Tiny's Farm. Operating since 1938, the farm is host to not only a friendly share of animals like chickens, goats, and even reindeer, but also seasonal events. Guests can enjoy the pumpkin patch and donuts in the fall, or visit with reindeer and Santa's workshop in the winter. While we love a fun day on the farm, we love the taste of a farm-to-table meal even more. Drive through the parking lot at Zehnder's of Frankenmuth or Bavarian Inn Restaurant after harvest time, and you'll know just what we mean – by late September, you'll see over 100 tons of Blue Hubbard Squash piled high to serve as a seasonal vegetable during their family-style dinners, or baked into delicious pies. Honey B's Eatery and Michigan on Main do farm-to-table all the time, sourcing many of their ingredients from local farmers. The place where farmers all come together can be found at the North end of Frankenmuth in a golden barn – Frankenmuth Farmers Market. Since 2005, the Market has been the leader in connecting the community with fresh food and promoting the importance of our rural heritage. Their outdoor pavilion is host to farmers markets and fun events May thru October on various days of the week. MICHIGANADDICTS