News & Fun in Michigan
In the serene and expansive fields of the Black River Fairgrounds & Hi-Way Drive-In in Carsonville, Michigan, electronic music enthusiasts will gather for the annual Woodkey Festival, a three-day celebration of beats, lights, and community. From September 6th to 8th, 2024, …
The Thumb Octagon Barn Festival in Gagetown, Michigan, is a celebration of the state’s agricultural heritage. The festival, held on September 7 and 8, 2024, offers family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and traditional food. Visitors can immerse themselves in living history demonstrations and learn about rural life in the early 20th century. The event is a community effort to preserve Michigan’s farming legacy.
Harbor Beach, Michigan, is set to celebrate its 27th Annual Harvest Festival and Chili Cook-Off on September 14, 2024. The festival promises a day full of family-friendly activities, delicious food, local crafts, and community spirit, taking place in the heart of …
Caseville, MI – The Caseville Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with local merchants, is delighted to host the 22nd Annual Caseville Pumpkin Fest, a cherished community event that brings together families, friends, and visitors for a weekend of autumn-themed fun …
Huron County, MI — History enthusiasts and families looking for an educational and engaging weekend outing are in for a treat as the Huron County Historical Society presents the annual Museum Weekend on September 28 and 29. The event, running from …
Michigan boasts 124 unique and functional lighthouses, drawing numerous visitors. Of these, Michigan’s Upper Thumb has four of them. Restoration efforts for the Port Austin Reef Light are in progress, but you can see Charity Island Light, Harbor Beach, and Pointe Aux Barques Light. Some of these lighthouses offer tours, climbs, and historical significance.
This picture of Charity Island Michigan Ruins was taken in 1993, about the time Standish real estate broker Robert Wiltse and a group of investors bought the island for development.
In 1849, Catherine Shook was appointed the first woman lighthouse keeper in the State of Michigan. She ran the Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse until 1851.
