Michigan History

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...

The outside was impressive - but it's what's inside that counted. Here's a look inside the old sanitarium from 1876-1940...

Sitting in some of these old libraries was sometimes more enjoyable than reading the books. Here's a look at a few old Michigan libraries and how they looked on the INside...

So many antique shops and booths, that "“if you stopped at each booth in every antique mall for just one minute it would take you three days to see them all.” Here's a brief bio of the town of Allen...

This is where many musicians of the 60s & 70s went to look for guitars, drums, and keyboards. Here's a brief bio of Grinnell's Music Store and some photos...

Michigan's longest swamp? It may not be the one you think it is. Here's the answer...