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Category: History

Champagnes General StoreWe examine stories and events that shaped the history of the Upper Thumb and Michigan. While we focus on the Thumb region, other Great Lakes historical events are covered. Major events include the lumbering era and the 1871 and 1881 great fires. We cover major pioneers and personalities that shaped the region. To hear many of our best stories, visit and subscribe to our Podcast, “The End of the Road in Michigan.”

Our best Michigan history posts are found below.

Steamer B.F. Ferris Burned in Caseville in 1891
History

Steamer B.F. Ferris Burned in Caseville in 1891

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

An account of the Great Lakes Steamer B.F. Ferris burned to a total loss while at the docks in Caseville in 1891.

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10 Tales About Michigan Indian Tribes You Were Never Taught in School
History

10 Tales About Michigan Indian Tribes You Were Never Taught in School

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

Ten tales of historical tales from Michigan Indian Tribes that were never taught in school. Several were from Andrew Blackbird’s 1887 book.

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The 1920s Red Cross Provided Health Care in Michigans Thumb
History

The 1920s Red Cross Provided Health Care in Michigans Thumb

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

“Did you know that in the 1920s, the Red Cross provided essential health care services to Michigan’s rural Thumb region? Even in those days, the Red Cross was dedicated to reaching communities in need with creativity and determination. Learn more about their efforts in our latest blog post!” #RedCross #healthcare #Michigan #history

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General Stores in Michigan in the 1800s – A Photo Essay
History

General Stores in Michigan in the 1800s – A Photo Essay

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

General stores in Michigan were integral to developing small towns across the state during the late 1800s. Plus, their front facades were so interesting. We look at several in this photo essay.

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8 Major Native American Settlements of the Great Lakes
History

8 Major Native American Settlements of the Great Lakes

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

The Great Lakes region of North America was home to numerous Native American settlements before European explorers and settlers arrived. These settlements were established by various indigenous tribes and served as centers of trade, culture, and community life.

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Quanicassee Michigan’s Jenny, The Beer Drinking Bear
History

Quanicassee Michigan’s Jenny, The Beer Drinking Bear

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

In the 1900s Michigan was known for its roadside attractions to draw tourists to stop. An early attraction in the Thumb region was Jenny, the Beer Drinking Bear in Quanicassee.

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Greatest Michigan Hoaxes And Urban Legends of the Past 100 Years
History

Greatest Michigan Hoaxes And Urban Legends of the Past 100 Years

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

Looking back at some of the tall tales and news of the past, Michigan is rich in its ability to make up some of the greatest urban legends, hoaxes, and scams in the United States. 

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Bay Port Fish Co. in 1996 – A Retrospective
History

Bay Port Fish Co. in 1996 – A Retrospective

Michael Hardyby Michael Hardy

I have a great collection of pictures my parents took of the Upper Thumb region in the 1980s and 90s. They had started Thumb Impressions …

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