The Kewadin Casino is a chain of casinos located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, offering a variety of gaming options to its patrons. As part of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians’ (LRBOI) efforts to generate revenue for the tribe, these casinos operate under the auspices of tribal sovereignty.

History and Background

The first Kewadin Casino opened in 1997 as a small bingo hall in Sault start playing here Ste. Marie. Over the years, the operation grew to include multiple locations across the Upper Peninsula: Marquette, Christmas, Houghton Lake, and St Ignace. Each location offers its own unique set of gaming options, reflecting local preferences and demand.

The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians manages these casinos through its Kewadin Casinos partnership with MCL Enterprises LLC (MCEL). The arrangement allows for more efficient management, marketing, and development while maintaining the tribe’s control over operations and revenue allocation. This structure is consistent with many tribal gaming enterprises nationwide.

Gaming Options

Kewadin Casino patrons have access to various games across their locations:

• Slots: Electronic machines are a staple at each Kewadin location. Classics like Wheel of Fortune, Megabucks, and various themed slots from providers like IGT, WMS, and Aristocrat Games offer engaging entertainment.
• Table Games: Vegas-style favorites such as Blackjack (Vegas Strip 6-Deck), Craps (single-roll dice tables available for crisscross betting system options), Baccarat, Roulette American & European) complement the slot experience. All these games are played with either $1 or higher minimum bets at designated tables.

Bingo and Keno

These games were once a primary draw but have experienced a decline in popularity over time:

• Bingo: Electronic bingo systems remain available for those familiar with paper cards.
• Keno: A classic game, the electronic system here features multiple drawing intervals per session. However, participation remains relatively low compared to other activities.

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