michigan history

Surrounding Onsted are numerous tourist attractions that bring thousands every year. Here are some old town photos going back to the early 1900s...

A beloved Jackson, Michigan kid's show ended too soon when the host met with a tragic accident. Here are a few details and photos of "Tam's Fun Time".....

Originally known as the Hoatson House, the historic Laurium Manor Inn in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is no longer for sale.

For almost 200 years, Michigan residents have enjoyed the perks found at Clark Lake. Here are a good number of vintage images...

Sitting in a little four-acre park is this small mound --- small, but still the highest point in Kent County. Have a look..

Two places surround Alto: the curious Merriman Corners (that doesn't show up on any maps or atlases), and Bowne Center. Here are some vintage photos and a brief bio...

Flint's water problems are legendary and they're still looking for definite solutions. Here are photos inside the old water plant that was built in 1917...

As we continue the list of the 'most famous' person in each Michigan County, here's the next batch: from Berrien to Crawford...

For over 100 years, we've been enjoying these meats: especially the franks used for coneys! Here are some brief details on Koegel meats...

A one-room school remains in one, the other isn't listed on any old maps or atlases. Here's some scant info and photos...