The River Raisin National Battlefield Park exhibits and shares sobering details about a series of battles and their aftermath in southeast Michigan during the War of 1812. The War of 1812 is more significant to our history than most people realize. You will find pertinent information at this free-to-visit National Park. Where to Begin The…
The Moore Public Library in Lexington, Michigan, sits right amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown, so it’s very easy to pop in while visiting the village. It’s also relatively easy to miss amid the other historic downtown buildings and the vacation excitement. We urge you to take advantage of the opportunity to explore this…
Discovering Totem Books: A Literary Oasis Step into Totem Books in Flint, Michigan, and you’ll find yourself in a literary haven that defies the ordinary. From the moment we crossed the threshold, it was evident that this was not a usual bookstore – it was much more. Ambiance You first notice the absence of the…
We had heard about the Cross in the Woods in Indian River for years, maybe even a decade, but had never traveled to see it. It was on our list, and we were passing by on our way home from Mackinaw City, so we decided to stop. Wow! We were so glad that we stopped…
Have you ever wanted to step aboard a piece of living history? The USS Edson, a Dreadnaught Destroyer, offers an immersive experience as a floating ship museum and National Historical Landmark in Bay City, Michigan. The self-guided tour is fascinating. Touring the ship illuminates the realities that our service men and women aboard ships in…
We often look for good used bookstores, and Midland Street Books in Bay City didn’t disappoint. This quaint little shop is packed with wonderful books. Midland Street Area Midland Street Books is in downtown Bay City. We chatted with the owner, and discovered that there are actually three different areas of downtown Bay City. Midland…
The Port Huron Museum in Port Huron, Michigan, is a cluster of Museum sites that are sure to enthrall. Four sites are included in the Museum, plus a Trolley that runs for special events. The Museums include the Carnegie Center, the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse, the Huron Lightship, and the Thomas Edison Depot Museum. They are…
The Carnegie Center is part of the Port Huron Museum. The Historical Port Huron Public Library became what is now the Carnegie Center. Andrew Carnegie helped fund the library, built in 1904. This building remained the city’s library until 1967. A year later, the old library reopened as a Port Huron Museum. Port Huron Museum…
The Thomas Edison Depot Museum in Port Huron, Michigan, is part of the Port Huron Museum. This group includes the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse, the Carnegie Center, and the Huron Lightship. They are all centrally located near the downtown and Riverwalk areas. Thomas Edison Depot Museum under Blue Water Bridge The Thomas Edison Depot Museum is…
There is more to the Port Huron Museum’s Fort Gratiot Lighthouse than just the lighthouse. Port Huron Museum in Port Huron, Michigan, is a cluster of museums. The Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is just one of several, including the Carnegie Center, the Thomas Edison Depot Museum, and the Huron Lightship. For a complete list and more…