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…
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…
Port Huron, Michigan, is a perfect place for a daytrip. Distinctive coffee shops, unique museums, historic downtown, nostalgic eateries, and, of course, Lake Huron. You can’t go wrong planning a daytrip to Port Huron, Michigan. But first, Coffee to begin your Port Huron Daytrip We like to start our days with coffee, and Port Huron…
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 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…