Vintage Photos of Perry, Including the 1913 Fire That Almost Ruined the Town
A 1913 fire blazed thru Perry that almost brought the town down. Here's a brief history and old photos 'before-and-after' the fire...
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Entrican, the Shadow Town of Montcalm County
Entrican was growing well in the late 1800s and then a new invention caused its decline. Details and photos are here...
A True Michigan Ghost Town: The Remains of Bell, in Presque Isle County
All alone in the woods, no people, and few building parts remaining. A true Michigan ghost town you should visit! Details and photos are here...
Michigan Has the Oldest Family-Operated Grocery in the U.S.
Yep, it's the oldest in the country, and we've got it! Here are details and photos...
Gasburg, the “Once-Upon-a-Town” in Jackson County
Finding history on this former town was challenging, but I did find a little...take a look.
The Ghost Town of Sitka, Newaygo County
Beginning in 1868, it was 'the little town that tried' but failed to grow - especially after its only store was destroyed. Now it sits all alone in the countryside. Take a look!
The Legend of Spikehorn Meyer and His Bear Den
It was a place where bears and humans roamed freely together until conservation officers took him to court. Here's the happy - and sad - Legend of Spikehorn Meyer...
A Gallery of Michigan Ghost Towns, 1870-1930
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!
Coleman’s Hotel: What’s the Story Behind This Building on US-127?
It's been called 'Coleman's Hotel' and 'The Park House' and Jesse James MIGHT have stayed there. Here are a few details!
Michigan’s Oldest, Still-Operating Cider Mill (and Others From 1900-1950)
Here is Michigan's oldest, still-operating cider mill, along with others going back over 100 years!