Finding Fun in Michigan & Beyond
by In the early 1990s, photographer and artist duo, Sue and Don Hardy traveled across the Thumb capturing images of life, culture, and architecture of the region. Here is a small sample of that collection.
by We are seeing some amazing sights by those who are working with drones. Overflights of small towns and points of interest are becoming common and …
by The story of the luxurious Bay Port Hotel and the railway resort era in the late 1800s was short lived.
Was the untimely demise of one of its guests the cause if its downfall?
by There are an estimated 6,000 sunken ships across all the Great Lakes with about 1,500 Michigan Shipwrecks located in Michigan waters. With Interactive Map
by We took a unique and interesting cruise to the island in the middle of Saginaw Bay. Here is what we found.
by Henry Schoolcraft was asked to join an expedition organized by Governor Cass of Michigan in 1819. Its purpose was to locate the source of the Mississippi River’ and explore the Great Lakes region. As an expert mineralogist, he was tasked with describing Michigan’s significant topographical features, natural history, and mineral wealth. The expedition took approximately 40 men in five long voyageur canoes commonly used in the fur trade on the Great Lakes. At 35 feet long and 6 feet wide, the canoe had an amazing capacity of four tons. They started the journey on May 24, 1820.
by Hungry for a culinary adventure? Michigan’s diverse cuisine offers an epicurean delight that everyone should experience. From Detroit-style pizza to hearty pasties and fresh-off-the-coals BBQ, discover the gastronomic secrets of the Great Lakes State. Dig in and join us on this delectable journey!
by Gibby’s is a mainstay throughout Michigan and at the Huron Community Fair in Bad Axe. Just thinking about fair food gets me kind of hungry.
