Hotel Heasty – Pigeon, Michigan’s 1895 Landmark
Built in 1895, the Hotel Heasty was a brick-front landmark in Pigeon, Michigan, offering travelers lodging, home-cooked meals, and a link to the community’s railroad-era growth.
Tag: Michigan History
This tag hints at articles and stories about Michigan history and the Michigan Thumb region. Michigan was part of the Northwest territory, and starting in 1815, the fur trade and influx of settlers and land speculators began.
By the time Michigan became a state in 1838, much of the southern third was already cris-crossed with improved Indian trails and initial roads. In a few short years, the lumbering era would begin, followed by the agriculture growth resulting from the cleared land.
Michigan Tourist Towers – 7 Forgotten Roadside Marvels That Once Ruled the Highways – Video
Michigan’s beautiful landscape of rolling hills, sparkling lakes, and thick forests inspired early 20th-century entrepreneurs to build scenic lookout towers to entice the new generation of automobile tourists. In the 1910s and 1920s, as motoring became popular, roadside observation towers sprang …
History of Gilford Michigan – From 1800s Pioneer Settlement to Agriculture Powerhouse – Video
From steam trains to sugar beets, the history of Gilford, Michigan reveals a remarkable journey of a rural town shaped by railroads, farming, faith, and lasting community spirit.
The History of Caseville Harbor – Evolution of Ship Building, Industry, Fishing and Tourism
Historical pictures that shows Caseville Harbor from about 1941. This offers a glimpse of the history of Caseville Harbor. Looking out to Saginaw Bay, the only building that remains today is the Huron Yacht Club.
Rich History of Bach Michigan – One of the Thumbs 3 “Sister Hamlet’s” in the Early 1900s – Video
Once a vital railroad and farm hub in Michigan’s Thumb, Bach’s history reflects the hopes of its founder and the harsh turns of the Great Depression. Explore its German-American roots, boom years, and quiet fade into rural obscurity.
Michigan’s Voice on the Airwaves – Aubrey M. Clarke of Brown City and the Golden Age of Amateur Radio
We found an interesting photo from the 1950s that shows Aubrey M. Clarke seated in front of a panel of radio equipment, a microphone in one hand, and a confident smile on his face. Clarke’s call sign—W8OKV—is prominently displayed, along with …
Rare 1761 Map of Fort Detroit Aquired By The University of Michigan Library
Clements Library at the University of Michigan adds to their collection with this rare map of Fort Detroit. It offers a glimpse of what Detroit looked like in 1761.
History of Vassar Michigan – How Floods and Trains Shaped the Town (1908-1939)
Between 1908 and 1930, Vassar, Michigan faced challenges like frequent floods and a train derailment, yet adapted by diversifying its economy and maintaining community spirit. Historical buildings and the railroad depot reflect its resilient past.