The Early Years of Portland, 1800s-1940s
Click in to see a gallery of vintage photos of Portland, with a few "then-and-now" comparisons!
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Chelsea, Michigan: Then-and-Now Photos, 1800s-2000s
Chelsea was settled in the 1820s and still going strong. Click in for a brief bio and some "then-and-now" photos!
Dimondale, Michigan Then-and-Now Photos
Click in and take a look at Eaton County's Dimondale, going back over 100 years!
The Town of Ridgeway, Lenawee County. Where’s Its History?
There's hardly any written history on this Lenawee County town. Can anyone help?
The Michigan Ghost Town and Abandoned Mine of Nonesuch
The town is completely gone, and the old mine still sits crumbling as time goes on. CLICK IN to see then-and-now photos of Nonesuch!
The Durand Circus Train Wreck, 1903
This event remains one of the worst train wrecks in Michigan history. Click in for photos and details!
Williamston Then-and-Now Photos, 1800s-2000s
Closing in on their 190th Anniversary, Williamston has kept its 1800s charm. CLICK IN and take a look at some old photos going back over 100 years!
Where Was Michigan’s First Commercial Airport?
If it wasn't for a memorial hidden in the bushes, you'd never know about this airfield. Click in for info and photos...
The Ionia County Town of Clarksville, Early 1900s
Clarksville is a very cool town in the Michigan countryside with lots of old buildings and small town atmosphere. CLICK IN for photos going back over 100 years!
The Remains of the 1850s Michigan Hamlet of Coats Grove
Unlisted on maps, Coats Grove took up space in four townships. It currently sits quietly in the countryside. CLICK IN for photos and location!