Almost Named ‘Dushville’, Winn Sits Undisturbed in Isabella County, Michigan
The town's name was changed to Dushville when William Wiley Dush thought it should be named after him.....
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The Abandoned Recording Studio in the Woods: Leelanau Peninsula
This awesome old 1879 mill was transformed into a 1970's recording studio and now sits deteriorating. Here's the location...
The Michigan ‘Lost’ Town That Was “Made” from Shingles
The historic Michigan lumber town of Shingleton grew around one little ole shingle mill. Some of the old structures still stand, making this a cool roadtrip stop. Take a look!
The ‘Lost’ Michigan Town That Began as a Saloon
It began as a saloon. It grew. It flourished. Then it faded. Now there are just a few buildings left. Take a look at this old Michigan Thumb town!
Abandoned World War II Prisoner of War Camp, Allegan
The remains of a Michigan World War II P.O.W. camp lie in the woods in Allegan County...Here are photos and location!
Smalltown Spotlight: Riga, in Lenawee County
This crossing was named “Riga Junction”, a mile southeast of Riga. It only lasted a few years...now it is non-existent....
The Oldest Still-Operating Bar in Michigan
It was originally a stagecoach stop called the “Old Tavern”, catering to travelers coming and going to Detroit and Lansing...
The Michigan Ghost Town and Abandoned Mine of Nonesuch
It wasn't getting anywhere, so the Nonesuch mine shut down permanently in 1912.....
Warren Dunes State Park: Created By Turkey Feathers & Corsets?
Ladies' corsets saved Warren Dunes? Well.....yeah. Read the article and take a look at the photos!
Juvenile Homes of Michigan and Starr Commonwealth Home For Boys
The phrase "there's no such thing as a bad boy" did NOT originate in 'Boys Town'...it came from Michigan! Here are details and photos...