Great place to learn about the wildlife author Oliver Curwood. A very interesting building. You wouldn’t expect to see a “castle” in a small Midwest town. The local organization has done a great job keeping it up and informative. Worth the $5.

A special place! 23 years ago, we had wedding photos taken at the Castle. Now, my kids enjoy riding bikes to Castle & looking for painted rocks.

Couldnt go in, due to the current epidemic, but the grounds were beautiful and the castle very impressive. Such a classic feel, couples with a fairy tale ambiance.

Educational. But not really much else to do. Worth going at least once.

This was a really cool place. I had never heard of Mr. Curwood or his storys previous to visiting his castle. Was looking for something to do around our area and decided to check this out, man was I happy. There is not a ton to see in the castle but what you do see is filled with information on this guys life and the numerous books he wrote that influenced over 200 movies. Make sure you walk around the grounds and take the short walk to see where he actually lived as well. The art museum nextdoor is also worth a visit.

So much history in one little place. If you get the chance to go here...do. make sure you play around with the acoustics at the top of the tower too. So neat and surreal. Loved the movie in the lower level, and the set up was very nice and easy to follow. Would definitely go again.

Very beautiful main room, not much else to the place. The staff woman was very friendly. The adjacent park is beautiful and very nice for taking a stroll.

Beautiful location and well maintained grounds. Great place to get your imagination flowing!

Beautiful day!

Curwood Castle in Owosso waz built in 1922. Constructed in da style of an 18th-century French chateau, da estate overlookz da Shiawassee River. In 1 of da homez 2 large turretz, Curwood set up hiz writin studio. Curwood Castle iz now a museum. Durin da 1st full weekend in June of each year, da city of Owosso holdz da Curwood Festival 2 celebrate da cityz heritage. In addition, a mountain in LAnse Township, Michigan waz given da name Mount Curwood, & da LAnse Township Park waz renamed Curwood Park.

I proposed to my lovely wife here and we visit every year to see Denise and walk the castle.

All new.All different Animals

Its nice. I liked the park better.

Interesting history of a popular writer.

Neat place. Recommend a stroll if near there.

We love it here! So peaceful

So cool!! Very informative, and the castle was so much fun to walk around in!!

Very fun and historic. Rather small, tho, and not much to see.

Their website says open daily, with the exception of Mondays, 1-5... We showed up today (Feb 2nd) to find a sign that says: closed months (I belive it was) December-March. So we just drove a long way to see the exterior and had a couple of upset kids that couldnt see the inside. Update your website!!!

Interesting history of James curwood Jr.

We turned down a wrong road to find this gem. The river accentuates the feeling of magic. The buildings complete each other. Sweet place for family pictures. Wrong turns can be blessings in disguise sometimes.

Interesting place. The host was late today so we were late getting in by about 20 minutes. Luckily we had time to wait. Interesting stories.

Its a nice little look around, not really something you should get your hopes up. Its good if you wanted to do something for a little get together.

Beautifully cared for and gives you a peek into what James Curwood looked at while working there. My children and I loved it.

First time Id ever been there, very calming and relaxed area definitely a Zen moment! LOL the lawn with manicured well the people in the art gallery very nice couldnt get into the curwood castle but looking at it and taking some pictures was still enjoyable. Definitely have to walk over the shaky Bridge kids really like it it moves. Enjoyed my time there

Great place to relax and take a leisurely strol. River, small falls, stone piller walking bridge all add to the things to see. Very old log homes and building are available to tour on some days. OH yes a Castle in the center of Michigan right along the river, Camelot maybe... You decide and make your own adventure stories.

I really like the reading nook in the turret staircase overlooking the river. Interesting place to visit and learn about one the countries bestselling authors of the day. The movie The Bear that came out in the latter 80’ was based on one of his novels breathing some life into the past.

This was incredible! Lots of cool things to see and neat to learn about the life of Mr. Curwood.

The sign said call between these hours and days. No one answered, so all we got was to see the outside

Really pretty we didnt get a chance to do a tour but even the grounds are beautiful and well kept

Its a very cool place that has so much history and is a great experience

Finally got to visit Curwood Castle. It was a little smaller than I had imagined but was happy to see it in such great condition. The attendant was knowledgeable and is happy to answer any questions about the property. There are displays of Curwoods books and a screen with one of his movies playing in the basement. Climb the stairs in the tower to see additional displays and a nice view of the property and the river below.There is also a log cabin to visit. We crossed the river using the footpath and stone tower bridge to visit a nearby icecream shop. Also along the path are an art gallery with sculptures and flowerbeds and another historical building to visit.

Nice place to stop by and learn some local history. Great castle, great view. Easy to get to.

We love to visit..tour the castle

More than a museum, its history on its own.

Curwood Castle is a construction which reminds me of castle in the fairytales. It was interesting to know the facts on the writer mr. Curwood and his childhood. We also got the opportunity to see some parts of his film The Bear . The building nextvto it represents arts crafts which were charming and nice, exhibited for show and sale. There are also courses on art, ceramic and cafts to apply to. Enjoyed it.

Neat looking Casle with awesome history and nice bridge

A great place for famy photos. Its my new favorite place to go. I go there alot on weekends.

Love this place next to the river and it belongs to a writer Mr. Curwood

Very neat place to check out in the small town of Owosso.. lots of history and interesting stories from the tour. Great location along side of the river, kid friendly and not a bad spot to cast a line and go fishing after going through the castle.

Good location. Have seen it many times.

Pretty sweet being born in a town where theres a castle!

Just a great place to see a castle here.

This is Owossos claim to fame I personally never heard of Oliver Wood before moving here, but its a interesting story the castle and history are interesting. And the folks that run the Castle and other historical sights are always friendly and willing to talk.

Its just an awesome place on a beautiful River

I love to take my nieces and nephew to the cordwood castle. The historical staff person is nice there. I also enjoy the events down there. The moonlight market in the summer is so much fun:-)

Good work and answer questions things that didnt no till now

Beautiful small castle

Curwood Festival fun!

Daughter and Son-in-law were married here.

Wonderful history. Small so not overwhelming.

Love the castle. One of Owossos true gems.

Wow a great piece of history and beautiful setting.

Brought my brother and day here and they both enjoyed it. Great photo oops and pretty cool local history. Aloha!

Beautiful castle. Wonderful place to visit for a glimpse of Michigan history.

Nice cant wait to get inside!

First full weekend in June. Curwood days. Small Carnival Games, Castle tours, Crafts, Parades, Food, Beer Tent, Live Music. Food, Allot of things to do

A beautiful piece of Michigan history.

Well worth the visit! So much to see! The castle is amazing!

Beautiful local landmark with a knowledgeable and friendly docent. Highly recommend a stop by this picturesque location. A stroll along the river with a stop at the Art Center is a relaxing afternoon.

Cool place if your into history

The Market is awesome n smaller

Nice place. Tour guide was informative. Learned a lot. Grounds are gorgeous.

Cute little spot to explore n have a picnic

Great place to enjoy lunch and bird watch.

Just went there the other day and it was awesome this place is amazing I love it it is my favorite place to go to

First kiss

This is near my home town. A very peaceful spot. I love visiting here and being by the river.

Such a great piece of our historical community...kids love it because it seems to be right out of a fairy tale. Wonderful staff with great knowledge.

Super cool place. Denise was very informative.

Awesome history and a really nice place

This was a very nice place to take a tour! The history of this place was very interesting. I learned a lot! This is a good place to take the kids for a nice little history lesson.

Very awesome place to check out $5.00 to go in worth every penny

I didnt get to go inside because they were closed. but i will go back to see inside. this was a nice day trip to take the kids and have a picnic and walk downtown Owasso. its right on the river. theres this old bridge and a historical store. giving this 3 stars only because i didnt get to go-inside castle.

This is a grand opportunity to see in Owasso heritage its got a beautiful Riverfront location lots education found here. Remarkable and beautiful building you have to check it out during Affair any other time the building is available for visiting its a must see if youre staying around the local area or even if you live in Owosso its one of those take your date on a lets be a tourist Adventure I have to recommend it highly its very fun

Interesting! Lots to see and learn!

I love this place.

Beautiful place to take a walk .

Really neat building

It was interesting, I was shocked at the actual size of the castle

Still wonderful place

Cool place but small love the lake

Great place to walk around

Great local history

Beautifully restored and maintained writing studio built by James Oliver Curwood. Being in Curwood Castle took us back to experience an original pre-digital environment. He created his content on an early 1900s typewriter, and his writing desk is on display. This author was a leader in the pulp era of fiction writing when he created some of most captivating page turner novels of the early 20th century. Also, Curwoods leadership in the movie industry beginning in 1910 is detailed in an exhibition in the lower level of the castle. Curwood made over 200 movies to go along with his 33 novels. The castle is well worth a day trip to Owosso. Also, the downtown area (which is a couple of blocks away from the castle) has some unique shops and restaurants.

Fun and interesting. Pretty park to relax in.

Not as big as I thought it would be...but definitely sensed male energy in the sitting area of the fireplace, the bridge outside i loved

Beautiful slice of history

Surprising how many movies were made from Curwoods books.

Nice place to hang out by the river..

Hidden treasure for sure! Stopped by on a whim on our way north, and couldnt of been happier with our experience. The staff was knowledgable and even was able to tell us about other things to check out in owosso. The curwood castle is a living peice of history.

Never got to see the inside but its ok

Beautiful! And live music. Fun to take the kids here

Sweet! You got to visit this very unique place! One of a kind! Great history! Fun time!

Extraordinary history.

Neat little writing cabin with a bunch of information on James Curwood

Love learning about my state all over!

Picturesque

Love the grounds and the castle.

It was okay, we learned a lot about the owner. Its something to do if your bored.