Grindstone City’s Mr. Grindstone and Tourist Information Center
Grindstone City made a humorous attempt to get tourists driving by to stop and take a look and maybe take a selfie with Mr. Grindstone.
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The Sturdy Sentinal of Grindstone City – The Wallace Mill
The Wallace Roller Mill was built in 1887 on the shore of Lake Huron. The mill was the first in the area to diversify from grindstone quarry and milling operations.
The stone structure stands today providing four vacation condos.
History of Grindstone City – Home to The Michigan Thumb’s First Industry
The accidental find of the Marshal Sandstone formation in Michigan’s Upper Thumb in 1834 gave rise to one of the areas first industries. Grindstone City became famous for its production of huge grinding wheels until a disruptive technology change slid the industry into obsolescence.
Grindstone General Store and Rybak’s Ice Cream Are Sweet Cool Comfort
Grindstone City has in the midst of a full range war between two marvelous ice cream shops.
Both are in historic buildings and are minutes from Port Austin.
Exploring The Port Austin Art Scene: The White Church Gallery
We explore tone of the finest galleries in the Upper Thumb.
Located in Grindstone City the White Church Gallery is a unique find and full of great work from local artists.
A Lost Lumber and Company Town – New River Michigan
On the shores of Lake Huron near the tip of Michigan’s Thumb is a well appointed cottage community that used to be a thriving company lumber town. New River Michigan as been almost erased by time and nature.
22 Eye-Opening Things to Do In Caseville Mi (Some Better Than the Cheeseburger Festival)
Don’t let a rainy day cramp your fun. There is more to do then stuff your belly with cheeseburgers. If you and the kids are tired of the crowds here are 21 destinations in and near Caseville to try some alternative fun.
The Mystery of the 2 Holes at Rush Lake In Huron County
Mysterious holes are found by kids on the north side of Rush Lake State Game Area. Years later they are determined to be from the 1800s quarry operations.
