News History & Fun in Michigan
Venture into Michigan’s heartland this June, as we journey back in time to celebrate the state’s unique heritage. Hear the echo of hammers, smell the pancakes sizzling, and be part of Michigan’s Log Cabin Day—a celebration as vibrant and deep-seated as the spirit of Michigan itself.
Port Austin Porch Fest XI is set for Saturday, June 27, 2026, with 26 music sites, local hosts and added weekend performances across the village.
Pigeon Band Shell opens its 35th season June 18 with five Thursday night concerts at Pigeon Recreation Park. The 2026 lineup includes rock, dueling pianos, big band, gospel and Woodstock-era music, with advance tickets available at several Thumb-area businesses.
Step back to 1938 and visit one of Michigan’s most iconic historic hotels. This Michigan Moments video showcases the Hotel Ojibway in downtown Sault Ste. Marie during its golden age, when tourists, elegant automobiles, and Great Lakes travelers filled its front entrance. Learn about the hotel’s rich history, its connection to the Soo Locks, and the enduring legend of Room 616 that continues to intrigue visitors today.
Watch this Michigan Moments episode as we travel back to downtown Elkton, Michigan, in 1940, when a single photograph captured a community on the brink of change. One vintage photograph tells an entire story. Parked automobiles line Main Street beneath the …
The History of Deford Michigan comes alive through rare early 1900s photos showing the depot, Bruce Block, post office, hotel, school, grain elevator and Standard Condensed Milk Co. plant. Together, they show how a small Tuscola County town became a working farm and rail hub.
The 18th Annual Ribstock Festival in Caseville, Michigan, is a three-day celebration from June 26–28, 2026. It features rib cook-offs, live music, and community activities, showcasing local pride and supporting regional tourism and businesses.
Michigan ghost towns offer a glimpse into the state’s boom-and-bust past. From mining camps and lumber ports to company towns and abandoned villages, these 17 lost communities reveal how industries, railroads and changing economies shaped Michigan’s history and left lasting stories behind.
