michigan history

This historic farm site in Jackson County was also used as a summer camp and Bed & Breakfast. Here are details on the 1868 Gordon Hitt Farmstead at Clark Lake...

The old Merson Store was where people met, gabbed a while, and bought last minute items to snack on. Burned down in 2025...

Now incorporating a "strange oddity" exhibit, the Irish Hills' "Mystery Hill" has lasted 3/4 of a century, the longest of all other area attractions...

Ya ever wonder about the ones who complain about living in Michigan and why they don't move? Here are a handful of reasons why they don't...

The purpose is not military-driven or meant to be any kind of watch-house. It's a simple explanation you'll find here along with old & new photos...

Never married and living in the house for 86 years, the Mann Sisters quietly left their house and belongings to the public. Here are some details...

With other dinosaur attractions closing down, Dinosaur Gardens in Alpena County still exists, thrilling families every year. Here's the location and some photos...

Burnips is not a ghost town, but it's worth a drivethru to see then old general store. Go get photos while you still can...

It's confusing just trying to keep the different names straight, as they seem to wobble back and forth. Read details here...

The mini-city was a source of wonderment for all ages until it closed due to lake weather and vandals. Details are here...