The Michigan Shadow Town of Fitchburg, in Ingham County

Bunker Hill Township came along first in 1839, named after Abram Bunker, who built the first house in the area. Then, within that township a few years later in 1848, the village of Fitchburg was founded, named after Ferris S. Fitch.

By 1863 Fitchburg only had a population of 100. Even so, it had a sawmill, hotel and general store. Closer to the town of Bunker Hill --- only three and a half miles away --- were a post office, church and livery stable and professions that included a blacksmith, doctor, lawyers, boot & shoe maker, carriage builder, cabinet maker, justice of the peace, carpenter, milliner and cooper.

There has never been a census taken for Fitchburg...and now, unfortunately, it is considered to be a Michigan 'Ghost Town.' What does that mean? It means that once upon a time it was more thriving than it is now.

The photo gallery shows the current state of Fitchburg, with some old classic, historic buildings still standing and a small but proud community.

If you're driving through Bunker Hill Township, this village could sneak up on ya and you may pass by/through without knowing it...but now you do, so pay a visit. There's a campground and park to check out.

Even though there is no other business in Fitchburg to take advantage of --- no gas station, no party store, no tavern, no grocery, no eatery --- it's still a quiet, peaceful stop for anyone who appreciates these unincorporated Michigan towns & villages for what they used to be.

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