‘Ramptown’ Was Michigan’s Haven for Underground Railroad Escapees
Unless buried under farmland, the entire area once called 'Ramptown' is completely gone. Click in to read about this Cass County location!
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The School Bus Safety Mirror Was Invented in This Michigan Town
It took a tragic accident and a close call to get these bus mirrors approved. CLICK IN to see where in Michigan these were invented and the man who created them!
1827 Survey Marker Hidden in the Woods of Bois Blanc Island
The first Michigander to become both a senator and House Representative placed this marker - deep in the woods - in 1827. Click in for photos!
Then-and-Now Photos of Maple Rapids, Clinton County: 1900-2000
Maple Rapids, one of Clinton County's oldest communities, was home to one of Michigan's most historic bridges. Click in for old photos and details!
The 1846 Michigan Village of California, Near the Indiana Border
Not much seems to be written about this small town, but at least I was able to gather up some old photos. CLICK IN and take a look!
The Old Mill Villages of Dover and Hudson Mills, Washtenaw County
The towns of Dover and Hudson Mills didn't survive, but at least an awesome metropark is there as a memorial. Click in for some info!
The Michigan Town Named After a Rhode Island Rebellion
An 1841 rebellion in Rhode Island was the basis for this Michigan town's name. Click in for details and photos...
This Michigan Village Was Called a “Hotbed of Abolitionism”
In 1847, the Kentucky Slave Raid made its way into this little Michigan town. Holy cow...check this one out by clicking the picture!
This is the Sixth Oldest Village in Michigan
This 1833 town survived 'ghost town' status is is doing very well to this day. CLICK IN for photos and location!
A Michigan Man Supervised the Lincoln Conspirator Hangings, 1865
…..and he's buried in Mid-Michigan...CLICK IN for details and gravesite...