Wall of the bookstore filled with artwork between the bookshelves

Totem Books: Uniquely Curated Used Bookstore and Coffee Shop in Michigan

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…

standing on dock looking at the side of the ship from back to front sitting on the river

USS Edson: Fascinating Floating Ship Museum

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…

aisle of book shelves leading to the front wall full of windows

Midland Street Books in Bay City: Find Your Next Favorite Book

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…