When The Beatles Came To Michigan: 1964, 1966
Beatlemania came to Michigan twice: and just in time before they stopped touring. CLICK IN for photos, music, and more!
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Historic Bell Road Bridge, Hidden in Overgrowth…or Is It?
This old 1891 Michigan structure has two historic markers, but where did the bridge go? CLICK IN for photos and find out why it closed down!
Vintage Lansing Oldsmobile Ads: 1900-1931
Take a look at this gallery of 25 vintage advertisements touting Lansing's Oldsmobiles!
The Man Partly Responsible for the Term “Michigander”
It's popular belief that a certain man came up with the term 'Michigander"... but did he? CLICK IN for some info!
The Michigan Town Named After the Founder of an All-Girls’ School
This might be easy to figure out, but read the article anyhow and check out some 'then-and-now' photos!
Are Any Mr. Steak Restaurants Left in Michigan? Well, Sort Of…
Mr. Steak was a favorite of Michiganders but are there any left? In a way, yeah. Click in for details!
EJ Potter, “The Michigan Madman”
This skinny, bespectacled 'nerd' from Ithaca transformed himself to become "The Michigan Madman" - and, to the amazement of his friends, wildly succeeded! Click in for info!
Somerset Center (and the Railroad Bridge Buried Under the Lake)
A railroad bridge buried under the lake, haunted park, artesian well and more, along Historic US-12 in the Somerset area of Hillsdale County. CLICK IN for photos and info!
Michigan’s Love of Motorcycles: 1900-1940s
Take a look at this photo gallery of proud Michigan motorcycle owners from over 100 years ago!
The Michigan Town Named After a Rhode Island Rebellion
An 1841 rebellion in Rhode Island was the basis for this Michigan town's name. Click in for details and photos...