michigan history

A lost town in the woods is something that was dreamt of by Tim Burton in his 2003 fantasy tall tale film, Big Fish. But according to one resident who once lived in Clarksville, MI, there may have been something similar near Morrison Lake

Known as "Bat Man" (and 'Bird Man'), Clem Sohn's career was tragically cut short in 1937. Details are here...

Existing for centuries, dog sledding is still around. Here are vintage photos of Michigan dog sledders going back to the 1880s!

As our yearly winter snowfalls keep diminishing in number, here's a look back at over 60 Michigan towns buried in snow, going back over 100 years!

Remember those after-game dances in high school? Did you dance or just sit in the bleachers? Here are some photos of Michigan dancing going back over 100 years!

The great thing about Michigan Ghost Towns is - wherever you are in the state, there's always one nearby. Take a look at this gallery!

Nothing can beat an old-fashioned Michigan Christmas. Think we'll ever have those again? Take a look at past Michigan Christmases from 1890 to the 1940s!

In 1955, Bill Haley brought Rock 'n Roll into the mainstream with "Rock Around The Clock," a #1 song for eight weeks! Take a look at his Michigan childhood home!

Unfortunately not all scenic overlooks are shrouded in beauty, but rather tragedy, such as Deadman's Hill Scenic Overlook In Mancelona, Michigan.

Thomas Edison spent the major part of his childhood in Michigan. Location, photos, and info are here...