The 156th Huron Community Fair – A Week Of Farm & Midway Fun In 2024
The Huron Community Fair in Bad Axe is the longest continually running fair in Michigan. It offers fun, entertainment and a chance to see and learn farming life for all ages.
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Discover 15 Enchanting Michigan Pioneer Log Cabins in Huron, Sanilac, and Tuscola Counties
A task for all early pioneers in Michigan was to make a log cabin. The Bad Axe Historical Society is the curator of the largest collection of authentically restored pioneer log buildings in the state.
Gibby’s Fries – A Favorite Michigan Comfort Food
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.
Michigan Jewish Colony of Palestine
The Northern Michigan Jewish Colony of Palestine located outside of Bad Axe began in the late 1883 and lasted for over 20 years.
A Local’s Guide to the Geography and Culture of Michigan’s Thumb
Have you ever looked at the map of our state and wondered where the familiar “Up North” vibe ends and the distinct heritage of Michigan’s Thumb…
Michigan’s Upper Thumb Celebrates Michigan Log Cabin Day 2026- A Day of Blacksmiths, General Stores and Pioneer Life on America’s 250th
Venture into Michigan’s heartland this June, as we journey back in time to celebrate the state’s unique heritage. Hear the echo of hammers, smell the pancakes sizzling, and be part of Michigan’s Log Cabin Day—a celebration as vibrant and deep-seated as the spirit of Michigan itself.
Elkton, Michigan 1940 – The Day the Star Theater Welcomed Hollywood
Watch this Michigan Moments episode as we travel back to downtown Elkton, Michigan, in 1940, when a single photograph captured a community on the brink of change. One vintage photograph tells an entire story. Parked automobiles line Main Street beneath the …
Old Log Cabin Restaurant Sebewaing – 50 Year History of an Iconic Michigan Restaurant
The Old Log Cabin restaurant in Sebewaing, Michigan, opened in 1934 and became a local staple for decades. Known for home-style meals and community events, it expanded into a former theater and changed hands several times while remaining a fixture on Center Street.