MICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Francisco, in Jackson CountyMICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Francisco, in Jackson CountyNear the eastern Jackson County border lies one of it's more intriguing villages...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
MICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Parks, in Newaygo CountyMICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Parks, in Newaygo CountyThe village of Parks got started in the late 1800s but failed to grow. By 1912, it was over. Here are details and location!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Michigan Shadow Town of East LeroyThe Michigan Shadow Town of East LeroyThe community that became East Leroy started in the 1830s but no longer looks like it once did...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Old Mining Town of Amasa, MichiganThe Old Mining Town of Amasa, MichiganIt's tucked away in the wilderness but it's worth the effort to add this destination to your roadtrip...John RobinsonJohn Robinson
MICHIGAN HISTORY: The Small Town of LeonidasMICHIGAN HISTORY: The Small Town of LeonidasHere's a good handful of "then-and-now" photos of the town of Leonidas in St. Joseph County and some history to boot!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
MICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Sherwood, in Branch CountyMICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Sherwood, in Branch CountyHere's a Michigan small town that makes an interesting drive-thru. Here are current pictures and some from over 100 years ago! John RobinsonJohn Robinson
MICHIGAN GHOST TOWN: Maple Valley, in Montcalm CountyMICHIGAN GHOST TOWN: Maple Valley, in Montcalm CountyMaple Valley had a good number of businesses that have vanished over time. Here's the location and info!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
MICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Kinderhook, in Branch CountyMICHIGAN SHADOW TOWN: Kinderhook, in Branch CountyThere are plenty of old original structures to see in this mid-1800s town. Here's the location, info, and pictures!John RobinsonJohn Robinson
MICHIGAN SHADOW TOWNS: The Many Ashlands of Newaygo CountyMICHIGAN SHADOW TOWNS: The Many Ashlands of Newaygo CountyTrying to sort out all the locations named 'Ashland' in Newaygo County can boggle the mind. Take a look and see what I mean.John RobinsonJohn Robinson
The Michigan Shadow Town of Sylvester, Mecosta CountyThe Michigan Shadow Town of Sylvester, Mecosta CountyMost of the old streets are hidden by brush and weeds, and only one business remains. See where this old village sits!John RobinsonJohn Robinson