The Oldest Still-Operating Bar in MichiganThe Oldest Still-Operating Bar in MichiganIt was originally a stagecoach stop called the “Old Tavern”, catering to travelers coming and going to Detroit and Lansing...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Shadow Village of Lac La Belle in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaThe Shadow Village of Lac La Belle in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaOnce one of Michigan's hottest mining sites, now basically a resort area. Here are some photos and information...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Roadside Eateries, 1900-1950Michigan’s Roadside Eateries, 1900-1950Part of the fun of a Michigan Roadtrip is stopping at the roadside diners, cafe's, and food stands...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Woodstock, the Goose Lake Festival: August, 1970Michigan’s Woodstock, the Goose Lake Festival: August, 1970Local history seemed to sweep the memory of the Goose Lake Festival under the carpet with very little written or recorded about it.....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Michigan Ghost Town and Abandoned Mine of NonesuchThe Michigan Ghost Town and Abandoned Mine of NonesuchIt wasn't getting anywhere, so the Nonesuch mine shut down permanently in 1912.....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Evangelists, Revivalists, Quacks, Cures & Medicine MenMichigan’s Evangelists, Revivalists, Quacks, Cures & Medicine MenSome were sincere in their beliefs while others scammed the public. Take a look at these old photos...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Warren Dunes State Park: Created By Turkey Feathers & Corsets?Warren Dunes State Park: Created By Turkey Feathers & Corsets?Ladies' corsets saved Warren Dunes? Well.....yeah. Read the article and take a look at the photos!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Juvenile Homes of Michigan and Starr Commonwealth Home For BoysJuvenile Homes of Michigan and Starr Commonwealth Home For BoysThe phrase "there's no such thing as a bad boy" did NOT originate in 'Boys Town'...it came from Michigan! Here are details and photos...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Mackinac Island’s ‘Lover’s Leap’…Did Anyone Really Take the Plunge?Mackinac Island’s ‘Lover’s Leap’…Did Anyone Really Take the Plunge?Average tourists don't even know this is here, since it's now obscured by trees. Here are vintage and current images of Mackinac Island's 'Lover's Leap'...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Creepy Legend of Devil’s Kitchen, Mackinac IslandThe Creepy Legend of Devil’s Kitchen, Mackinac IslandWander too close to the mouth of the cave and you may be eaten...that's just part of the legend. You'll find the rest of the tale here...John RobinsonJohn Robinson