michigan history

Built in the 1820s for a measly $25,000, this 200-year-old house still stands and is even listed on the National Register of Historic Places...

This 1871 Munster-type structure is one of Jackson's oldest-surviving houses, with a place on the National Register of Historic Places. Here's a little backstory...

This roadside attraction was originally intended for the elite and well-to-do...but it didn't happen. Here's a brief backstory on the Colony Tower in St. Clair County...

Glorious, indeed - and it all came to a screeching halt in 1929. Here's a brief backstory on the old Farm Hotel at Wampler's Lake...

Debuting in 1929, Brownie Root Beer sort of disappeared from the public. However, it's still available online. Here's a brief backstory on the company that created it...

Robert Williams was only 25 years old when a one ton robotic arm struck and killed him instantly. His family later won a ten million dollar lawsuit.

The legend behind the 45th Parallel Line that runs through Michigan isn't a scary one, but it's cool.....

Unlike Frosted Flakes mascot Tony the Tiger, who has lasted since 1952, Kellogg's couldn't decide on a permanent mascot for Sugar (Honey) Smacks for decades. Here's a look at past Smacks mascots...

Thank goodness there are some old one-room schoolhouses still standing. Check out this one in Alpena County...

The Atlas Company cranked out this pop for decades, beginning in 1929. Anyone ever try it? Here's a look at Detroit's 'Cheer-Up' soda pop...