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A leisurely Look at Michigan’s stories and traditions from yesterday to yesteryear.

Archive for February, 2012

The Rise and Fall of the Kalamazoo Corset Company

By Sharon Carlson, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History CollectionsSharon Carlson, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections | February 28, 2012

Female employees of the Kalamazoo Corset Company began a labor strike on March 2, 1912.

Main Street: St. Ignace

By Mary Zimmeth, Archives of MichiganMary Zimmeth, Archives of Michigan | February 21, 2012

A look at earlier times in St. Ignace.

Malcolm X in Michigan

By Nicole Garrett, Albion College Archives and Special CollectionsNicole Garrett, Albion College Archives and Special Collections | February 14, 2012

Malcolm X (1925-1965) lived in the Lansing vicinity from 1928-1940.

Island Backdrop

By David A. ArmourDavid A. Armour | February 7, 2012

Blacks have been a part of Mackinac Island since colonial times.

Michigan and the War of 1812

By Jill Arnold, Archives of MichiganJill Arnold, Archives of Michigan | November 3, 2011

[ February 23, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] In Michigan the War of 1812 began with a surprise attack by the British.

Makin’ Mustard: Spices and Food in Early Michigan

By Jill Arnold, Archives of MichiganJill Arnold, Archives of Michigan |

[ February 23, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Explore the world of spices and learn where Michigan’s pioneer families got the ingredients for mustard and other seasonings.