News & Fun in Michigan
Covering topics from early European colonization, fur trade, military history, the French and Indian War, Pontiac’s Rebellion, Michigan in the American Revolution, Michigan in the Civil War, lumbering and early tourism in Michigan.
Located near present day Bay Port, Ora Labora known as “Christian German Agricultural and Benevolent Society of Ora et Labora” (Pray and Work), where it’s parishioners could combine work with prayer, and live according to the Methodist Church Discipline. Founded in 1862 on Michigan’s Wild Fowl Bay, the colony disappeared in 1867.
North Branch Michigan History is full of grit, fires, railroads, and rebirth. This blog takes you on a photo-rich journey through the people and landmarks that built a town, rebuilt it, and kept its story alive for generations. Discover the true heart of a small town.
Before automobiles, Michigan’s interurban electric railways addressed transportation challenges in small towns, offering reliable, affordable travel and freight services, thus connecting communities, enhancing local economies, and transforming daily life until the rise of cars in the 1920s.
The early 1900s in Kingston, Michigan, reflect the essence of rural American life. This quiet village in Tuscola County provides a fascinating glimpse into Kingston Michigan history and how community, agriculture, and transportation defined small-town living. Life Centered on Main Street …
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.
Discover Midwest mansions where stained glass windows turn sunlight into stories. Each pane tells tales of historical elegance and architectural wonder in the heart of America.
Delve into the Michigan Painters Legacy, where each brushstroke tells a story of Michigan’s beauty and history. From serene lakes to bustling cities, these artists have immortalized Michigan’s essence on canvas
Caseville transformed from an industrial hub in the late 1800s, characterized by fishing and lumbering, to a modern tourist destination. Its economy shifted towards tourism, attracting visitors with beaches and events, while its industrial past remains evident in historical sites and buildings.
