Northern Michigan History Articles
Uncovering Benzie History One Gravestone at a Time
Here's how a Benzie County historian is uncovering the region's history one gravestone at a time. Learn all about her cleaning method and mission to clean gravestones in each of the county's 18 cemeteries. This article first appeared in Traverse, Northern Michigan's...
Discover Northern Michigan’s Haunted & Paranormal Side
With a lineage of spiritually gifted ancestors and a lifetime of ghost sightings of her own, Desirae Dine is the perfect guide to our otherworldly phenomenon. She owns Haunted Traverse, a tour company in Traverse City that takes guests on a jaunt through the creepier...
Warm Hospitality & Honest Food at Dam Site Inn in Pellston
Head to Pellston for warm hospitality and honest food at Dam Site Inn. From the traditional chicken dinner to side dishes made entirely from scratch, get ready to be transported back in time at this classic Northern Michigan restaurant. Plus, at the bottom of this...
Explore a Historic Small Town in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula This Fall
If you've ever wondered about the rich history of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, then get ready for the Erickson Center for the Arts' Heritage Cottage and Camp Weekend in Curtis, featuring guided tours, a film and much more. Explore a charming small town during the most...
Breathing New Life into Doud’s Market on Mackinac Island
Battling booming summers, big-box competitors, melting ice bridges and his own vow to leave the family biz, Andrew Doud finds his purpose by breathing new life into the quaint family market at the heart of Mackinac Island. Plus, 4 more must-stop generational family...
Bachmann’s Store Celebrates 80 Years in Business!
Bachmann's Store is celebrating its 80th anniversary with a street party this July. Learn more about the festivities and Bachmann's impressive history as a staple of business in Central Lake since 1942.This is an official press release brought to you by MyNorth News...
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Sleeping Bear Inn in Glen Haven
We couldn’t be more excited that Glen Haven’s historic Sleeping Bear Inn is being renovated, with plans to reopen to the public. The property, owned by the National Park Service, has been leased to the nonprofit Balancing Environment and Rehabilitation (BEAR), led by...
Head to St. Ignace—Where History and Water Mix
PAID CONTENT At 351 years old (and counting!), St. Ignace welcomes you into its colorful and dramatic past while serving up plenty of current entertainment—all set on the spectacularly beautiful Straits of Mackinac.Imagine the Straits of Mackinac in the 17th century,...
9 Sault Ste. Marie Adventures for a Long Weekend in Canada
PAID CONTENT For a few days away or a major vacay, our neighbor to the north welcomes adventurers of all stripes. Here are 9 can't-miss adventures from Sault Ste. Marie Tourism. The bridge between Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan and Sault Ste. Marie, Canada has become a...
A 1920s Christmas with the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Keeper
Travel back in time to celebrate Christmas with James McCormick, his wife and eight children at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Northport. Explore his unique experiences as a Northern Michigan lighthouse keeper through an excerpt from A "Grand" Grand Traverse...