The Verdant Ramble

From KISS in Cadillac to Harry Houdini’s final days in Detroit, October is filled with memorable Michigan milestones. Explore a month of Great Lakes State history spanning automobiles, arts, sports, bridges, broadcasting, natural wonders and a few unexpected firsts.

Discover a fascinating piece of Michigan history with our first “From Peninsulas' Archives” post — a rare set of 1909 trivia cards filled with stories about the people, industries, and traditions that shaped the state. Join us as we explore these vintage treasures and share more glimpses into Michigan’s past.

The Peninsulas North team has been as busy as Sturgeon River beavers since opening in the spring of 2018. The latest Peninsulas shop offers the same high-quality, Michigan-inspired gifts, apparel...

Harwood Gold has been making maple syrup in Michigan since 1898. Amber Parsons is the 5th generation to run the family business over and expand it to what it is today. Maple Syrup season is a very special time. Lots of laughter and an ease about life. The whole process is very nostalgic."

From the first B-24 Bomber produced at Willow Run to Detroit speedboat racer Gar Wood setting a world record of 124 MPH — September is full interesting anniversaries and memories...

From the Detroit Zoo opening to Madonna's birthday — August is full interesting anniversaries and memories for the Great Lakes State. How many of these did you know?   August...

From ratifying the 19th Amendment to give women the right to vote to the opening of Bob-Lo Island Amusement Park — June is full interesting anniversaries and memories for the...

From Holland's first Tulip Festival to the fifteen-millionth Model T rolling off the assembly line — May is full interesting anniversaries and memories for the Great Lakes State. How many...

From Michigan becoming the first state to repeal federal prohibition to the designation of the robin as our official state bird — April is full interesting anniversaries and memories for...

From Michigan becoming the first government in the English-speaking world to the Detroit Red Wings winning a seventh consecutive National Hockey League championship — March is full interesting anniversaries and...

From Ty Cobb’s induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame to the coldest temperature ever recorded in Michigan — February is full interesting anniversaries and memories for the Great Lakes...

From Aretha Franklin becoming the first female vocalist to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to Michigan's birthday — January is full interesting anniversaries and memories...