History of Maple City: A Guide to the Traverse City Area
Long before it became a quiet residential hub in Leelanau County, Maple City was known to Michigan loggers and laborers simply as "Peg…
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Traverse Regional History Center Looks to Reimagine How Northwest Michigan Tells Its Story
The Traverse Regional History Center is taking a different approach to preserving local history. Rather than focusing on artifact collections, the organization is building a regional resource dedicated to storytelling, education, and digital engagement.
History of Buckley Michigan – A Railroad and Lumber Town That Survived
The History of Buckley Michigan is the story of a railroad and logging town that survived the end of the lumber era by turning to agriculture, allowing the town to survive while many northern Michigan logging towns disappeared.
Northern Michigan Issues: 5 Key Concerns Ignored by Lansing
A survey in Northern Michigan identifies key concerns—government spending, infrastructure, education, and Second Amendment rights—as misaligned with Governor Whitmer’s agenda. Residents seek tax cuts, expressing frustration over rising costs and stagnant infrastructure conditions.
The Crazy Cottage Art Along the Road of Michigan’s Upper Thumb
Crazy and unique cottage road signs found in Michigan’s Upper Thumb.
These cottage art ideas say “welcome here” are colorful cottage decorations to the passing eye hurtling down the ribbon of pavement.
7 Best Bird Feeders For Michigan Every Cabin and Cottage Birder Must Know
If you have lived or have a cottage in Michigan’s Thumb or a cabin in Northern Michigan, there is almost no way you can get away with not having the best bird feeders for Michigan during the summer months. It’s a …
Cabin Roadside Art – A Unique Welcome
Our first post of Cottage Roadside Art is still popular today with 1000s of views. Here are a few more of our favorites.
A 12 Straw Bale Garden in Michigan’s Thumb
The idea of straw bale gardening from a book by Joel Karsten. Joel comes to us from Minnesota where the growing season is incredibly short and the soil tough to cultivate.