Was Michigan Involved In The Civil War?
Michigan's involvement in the Civil War may not be what you expected. Here are photos and some brief info...
Civil War
The Lost Town of Meade, Michigan: All That’s left Downtown is an Old Barn
Originating in 1838, this little ignored Michigan village has its own Historical Marker. Find out why here...
Robert E. Lee’s Involvement in Shaping the Michigan Territory
This lighthouse on Pelee Island played a huge part in Lee's Michigan survey. His men also stole stuff from it. Read the tale here...
Coleman’s Hotel: What’s the Story Behind This Building on US-127 North of St. Johns?
It's been called 'Coleman's Hotel' and 'The Park House' and Jesse James MIGHT have stayed there. Here are a few details...
Michigan Haunting: The Huron River Inn: Rockwood, Wayne County
Children giggling, strange voices, and the apparition of a woman in a bonnet. Check out this Michigan haunting...
Haslett, Michigan Had a Spiritualist Camp at Lake Lansing from 1882-1890s
Haslett Park (now Lake Lansing Park) was the home base for people who wanted to contact the afterlife. Take a look at some info and photos...
Tragic Tales of Michigan’s Lighthouse Ladies
What was it like being a female lighthouse keeper in the 1800s? Full of tragedies. Read the stories of a few of Michigan's Lighthouse Ladies...
This Mysterious Home is on the Market in Jackson, Michigan: What’s the Story?
Listings don't give many details but do say this home holds some Jackson History. Could the "Withington Mansion" have belonged to a local civil war hero?
Who Was This Michigan Guy and Why is He Honored in Galesburg?
His name was William Rufus Shafter...but what did he do that was so special?
Did Wild Bill Hickok Have Any Connection to Michigan?
I was asked if Wild Bill Hickok had anything to do with Michigan. This is what I found out...