The Sad Tale How Sleeping Bear Dunes Got Its NameThe Sad Tale How Sleeping Bear Dunes Got Its NameBased on a Native American legend about a mama bear and her two cubs...Read the legend here...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Where Was Michigan’s First Drive-In Restaurant?Where Was Michigan’s First Drive-In Restaurant?Who was the first to serve up deliciously greasy burgers, crispy french fries, and thick malts? Find out here.....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Oldest Still-Operating Bar in MichiganThe Oldest Still-Operating Bar in MichiganIt was originally a stagecoach stop called the “Old Tavern”, catering to travelers coming and going to Detroit and Lansing...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The World’s Largest Limestone Quarry is in MichiganThe World’s Largest Limestone Quarry is in MichiganHere are some awesome photos of this Michigan quarry...the LARGEST in the whole world!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Roadside Eateries, 1900-1950Michigan’s Roadside Eateries, 1900-1950Part of the fun of a Michigan Roadtrip is stopping at the roadside diners, cafe's, and food stands...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s 15 Best Places to Spend Your Fourth of JulyMichigan’s 15 Best Places to Spend Your Fourth of JulyIt's hard to beat a fireworks display, no matter where you are.....Here are some suggestions...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan Auto Dealers (1910-1980) and Their LingoMichigan Auto Dealers (1910-1980) and Their Lingo“You think you hate it now...but wait'll you drive it”.....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Woodstock, the Goose Lake Festival: August, 1970Michigan’s Woodstock, the Goose Lake Festival: August, 1970Local history seemed to sweep the memory of the Goose Lake Festival under the carpet with very little written or recorded about it.....John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Most Notorious Female Outlaw of the West Was Jailed in MichiganThe Most Notorious Female Outlaw of the West Was Jailed in MichiganIt's believed that her outlaw life was influenced by the death of her brother...here's her story!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
Michigan’s Evangelists, Revivalists, Quacks, Cures & Medicine MenMichigan’s Evangelists, Revivalists, Quacks, Cures & Medicine MenSome were sincere in their beliefs while others scammed the public. Take a look at these old photos...John RobinsonJohn Robinson