Civil War era tokens
On April 7, 1947, pioneering industrialist Henry Ford died at 83. The Detroit common council directed that a portrait of Ford draped in mourning colors be displayed in front of…
Happy Birthday, Michigan! 183 years looks good on you
Who recognizes this mill? The C.L. Packard Mill had a couple different names throughout the years. But did you know why it was torn down? Keep an eye out for…
On February 17, 1863, the First Michigan Colored Regiment was mustered into service against the Confederacy. They later became known as the 102nd U.S. Colored Infantry Regiment.
Beginning June 20, Flint Public Library will have free lunch every Tuesday through Saturday at 1:00 pm for children and the adults who accompany them. A snack will be available…
On May 1, 1963, JFK unveiled a US postal stamp designed by Georg Olden (second from left) commemorating the centennial of the Emancipation Proclamation. Olden was the first African American…