Wacousta Michigan History: Life Along the Looking Glass River (1900–1950)
Historic photographs show how the Looking Glass River, local mills, churches, schools and small businesses shaped life in Wacousta, Michigan.
Author: Michael Hardy
Michael is the owner of Thumbwind Publications LLC. It started in 2009 covering Michigan and the Upper Thumb. Today, his Michigan Moments series has established a loyal base of 110,000 followers.
The Gentle History of Hubbardston Michigan – The Mill Town That Missed the Railroad (1837-1950)
Hubbardston rose on mills, timber and Irish settlement, then stalled when promised railroad tracks never arrived. Its grist mill, church and Fish Creek bridge still explain the town’s unusual path.
Kalkaska Fire of 1908: How Downtown Rose From the Ashes
A wind-driven fire swept through downtown Kalkaska on July 5, 1908, destroying major businesses and forcing the village to rebuild with safer brick buildings.
Grand Lake History: 15 Remarkable Images Reveal Presque Isle’s Resort Boom
Grand Lake near Presque Isle, Michigan, was once valued for timber, cordwood, and access to Lake Huron shipping. By the early 20th century, hotel owners were selling a different resource: time beside clear water. Grand Lake history weaves together the lumbering …
Davison Michigan History: 8 Rare Photos Show a Town on the Move
Eight rare photographs show Davison, Michigan, during an era shaped by railroads, brickmaking, local commerce, horse racing and the arrival of automobiles.
Otter Lake Michigan History: Life on Detroit Street in 1907
Michigan Moments Video Otter Lake Michigan History: Life on Detroit Street in 1907 Historic photographs offer a close look at Otter Lake when Detroit Street, the railroad depot and the lake formed the center of daily community life. Watch “Otter Lake, …
Stockton House Museum Hosts 4 Exciting Events That Bring Flint History to Life
The Stockton House Museum continues to preserve Flint’s past through monthly tours, lectures, trivia nights and book clubs. Housed in an 1872 Victorian home, the museum celebrates the legacy of the Stockton family while offering visitors engaging opportunities to connect with local history.
Birds of Prey Event Offers Rare Look at Michigan Raptors in Port Austin
See live hawks, owls and falcons during the free Birds of Prey program at the Huron County Nature Center in Port Austin. Wildlife experts will introduce Michigan raptors while sharing conservation stories and answering visitors’ questions.