Christmas may be over, but the winter season has just begun. With the snow finally beginning to fall, this author has decided to share some of his...
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Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
Christmas is only days away, and this year it looks like its going to be a white Christmas. Despite the fact that Michigan is well known for its...
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Friday, December 18th, 2009
Detroit is has had a long, rich history, and this is nowhere more apparent than in our large supply of historic buildings. However, over the years...
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Wednesday, December 16th, 2009
For decades there has been one major gathering place for all of Detroit 's celebrations and major events: Hart Plaza. This location on the...
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Despite the fact that Detroit is far from the ocean, the city at one time was known for its whales: a mural of them, that is. Very visible from...
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Over the years there have been many Detroit sports legends, from Ty Cobb to Steve Yzerman. One of the greatest in the city's history was Joe Louis,...
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Many people going to Belle isle stop at the Conservatory, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum, or at the one of the islands many other attractions. One of...
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Detroit crown jewel in its system of parks, Belle Isle, had a long and interesting history leading up to its becoming a city park. The city's...
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One of the most famous of all of Detroit's parks, Belle Isle has a fascinating history. The island today is a destination for many Metro-...
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