The Tiny Michigan Town of Alamo: Was it Named After “the” Alamo?
No stores, restaurants, or gas stations in this Kalamazoo County village...but still an interesting slice of Michigania. Click in for photos and info!
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This Was Designated Michigan’s First Scenic Highway in 1940
Nothin' like takin' a Michigan roadtrip...especially on Michigan's first designated Scenic Route! Click in for the route and points of interest!
The Lost Michigan Lumber Village of Nogi near St Ignace
There seems to be NOTHING left of this village...background is difficult to find. CLICK IN for the info & photos I could scrape up...
Remembering Michigan’s Roadside Eateries 1900-1950 Including a Hot Dog Wagon in Dearborn
Part of the fun of a Michigan Roadtrip is stopping at the roadside diners, cafe's, and food stands. Click in to see a gallery of some of these great old Michigan eateries from 1900-1950!
The Semi-Ghost Town of Gould City, 1886-2000s
Another great old Michigan lumber town to visit is Gould City, in Mackinaw County. CLICK IN for some "then-and-now" photos!
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!
Going To Hell, Michigan: Then-And-Now
Next time someone tells you to go here, tell 'em, "been there, done it!" Click in to see then-and-now pics of Hell along with a little history!
Where Was Michigan’s First Drive-In Theater?
Michigan's very first drive-in theater opened in 1938. Click in for photos, old ads, and location!
Michigan’s “Little Kalamazoo” – Moscow, in Hillsdale County (1835)
Click in for some "then-and-now" photos of this mid-1800s Michigan village that makes for a good roadtrip drive-thru!
Dansville Was Almost the Capitol of Michigan
In the mid-1800s, Dansville was on its way to become our Capitol. What happened? Click in and find out...