michigan history

During Prohibition, this old bar was used by the notorious Purple Gang in the 1920s for rumrunning. Take a look inside...

Michigan got a head start on Prohibition back in 1855; even so, a lot of dough was made from bootlegging. Here's some info and photos...

Here's another vintage collection of 50 Michigan Main Streets...is your town featured in this one?

A far cry from the current cop of "super"markets, these shops had a charm that hardly exists anymore. Take a look...

Of all places to be the world's magic capitol, why Colon, Michigan? Find out how it happened...

World-famous General Foods began here in Michigan, thanks to one of our cereal companies. Here's some info along with vintage photos and products!

It happens every year, without fail. Here are some Michigan tornado facts and images of their destruction throughout our state...

While they're not made in Michigan currently, these gorgeous boats originated in the mitten state.

Where did the design originate? Who designed it? What do the items mean? Answers are here...

Very little is written about this place, and very few even know about it. Here's a tad bit of info and some photos...