Abraham Lincoln’s First & Only Speech To a Michigan Audience, 1856
Abe Lincoln gave a speech in Michigan only once, to endorse someone else for president. Details & location are here...
Michigan History
Vintage Lansing Shops & Stores, 1900-1950s
These old Lansing shops and stores have been lost to time. See if you remember any of 'em!
Michigan’s Fascination With Hot Air Balloons, Early 1900s
Michigan's love of hot air ballooning goes back way over 100 years...here are some vintage photos!
Michigan Street Vendors and Farmers Markets, 1900-1950
Did you have your own lemonade stand when you were a kid? Or maybe a roadside stand as an adult? Here's a gallery of vintage ones going back over 100 years!
Michigan’s Harry Blackstone Jr: America’s Most-Awarded Magician
He was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet...and he died way too young. Details and photos are here...
Try These Mid Michigan Museums, Worth a Trip Through History
Why not check out the Michigan History Museum in Lansing.
Children’s Playgrounds of Michigan, 1900-1950
Most playground equipment we had as kids have been eliminated for today's school children. Are they still having fun? Here are some old photos...
Vintage Photos of Perry, Including the 1913 Fire That Almost Ruined the Town
A 1913 fire blazed thru Perry that almost brought the town down. Here's a brief history and old photos 'before-and-after' the fire...
Jackson Memories of Hotel Hayes, Kelsey-Hayes, and an Empty Sears
Jackson has endless history and fond memories...here are three with brief details and photos...
A True Michigan Ghost Town: The Remains of Bell, in Presque Isle County
All alone in the woods, no people, and few building parts remaining. A true Michigan ghost town you should visit! Details and photos are here...