Escanaba is a great place to do business. The Downtown Development Authority offers great incentives, like the facade loan and a cooperative advertising campaign. The downtown district is poised for growth and enjoys excellent weather; we are in the heart of the banana belt, year round. Escanaba and the DDA are working to preserve and revitalize historic downtown Escanaba Michigan to provide opportunities for those seeking a healthy, beautiful and economically sound district for starting or expanding a business. The combination of our natural beauty, vibrant arts community and expansive downtown district offer an attractive area for working and living.