State History
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That one time in Michigan: When a Dutch town invented a festival of flowers
A quick history of Holland, Michigan, and its Tulip Time Festival.
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Postal Service to offer Underground Railroad stamps, including Detroit abolitionist William Lambert
The US Postal Service, in partnership with the Detroit Postal Customer Council and The Detroit River Project, is honoring 10 people who helped guide enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad.
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That one time in Michigan: When we constructed an island park
Just a short journey away from the hustle and bustle of Michigan’s largest and most populated city is an island brimming with activity. But it took quite an effort to transform this area into what it is today. This is the story of Belle Isle.
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That one time in Michigan: When Grand Rapids lost its rapids
Long ago, the rapids of the Grand River could be heard echoing through Grand Rapids. And while they were so notably unique to the region, it didn’t take long to lose those grand rapids.
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9 landmarks on Michigan’s east side where music history was made
You know Eminem, Stevie Wonder, Madonna, and The White Stripes—but do you know the Michigan venues that made them famous? Many are still open.
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That one time in Michigan: When we created Little Bavaria
The story of Frankenmuth. With Thanksgiving behind us, many people around the state are already in full-on holiday mode, putting up lights and their Christmas trees. And here in Michigan, there’s one place in particular that’s synonymous with the holiday—Frankenmuth. But beyond having such a close connection to the holidays—including boasting the world’s largest Christmas…
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Unveiling Lansing’s treasures: 4 captivating and surprising historical insights
These four facts about Lansing delve into the city’s fascinating past.
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Try to explain these 8 urban legends, haunted hotspots, and ghost sightings in Michigan
From fallen soldiers and heartbroken lovers to witches’ curses and unexplained creatures, here are the best spooky stories in Michigan.
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22 unique Michigan city names and the stories behind them
Ready to brush up on your Michigan etymology? Here are some of Michigan’s most unusual names, what they mean, and where they came from.
