The Village of Lawrence,
Michigan is a small, hometown community nestled at the center of Van
Buren County. Lawrence is evenly distanced (2.5 hours) between Detroit
and Chicago and boasts a variety of scenic agricultural farms and
picturesque lakes, all within a few miles of the Village. With direct
access to I-94, it's a short drive to Kalamazoo, Detroit or Chicago for
world-class universities, specialized health care, entertainment and
shopping.
Lawrence is the hub for many of
Van Buren County functions, including the Van Buren Technology Center,
the Van Buren Conference Center, and the Van Buren County Road
Commission.
With an active community
volunteer base, there are many family-oriented annual celebrations and
festivals, including the Labor Day Weekend Ox Roast & Homecoming
Festival. Lawrence Public Schools provide students with an excellent
K-12 educational opportunity in a safe, nurturing setting and offer a
host of extracurricular activities including many competitive athletic
programs.