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Get Local in June!
Studies show that spending a dollar at a locally owned business returns 80 cents to the community, that in-state travel by Michiganders is a potent economic driver, and that local food can be every bit as good for the environment as organic. I don't know if there are studies about vacations and health, but I do know that your vacation won't take itself!

Road Trip: Air Zoo - Kalamazoo
The Air Zoo is a highly charged, multi-sensory atmosphere that goes beyond anything you’ve ever seen. Everything is designed to help you achieve the total flight experience.

Photo Friday: Divinity by country_boy_shane
Shane Gorski says that you should view this photo taken at St. Paul's Armenian Church in Southfield bigger. He has some amazing realities for you to explore in his photostream including The Henry Ford, the Detroit Auto Show and Michigan Central Station.

Lots more articles below or check the links to the right - photo Looking Down at the Michigan Building by SNWEB.ORG

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Flint History
All about Flint, its culture & history, and the contributions that people connected to Flint have made to America. FlintHistory.com touches on many topics, including labor & industry, music & arts, sports & entertainment, and public & global affairs.

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Alberta Village Museum
This unique village, with its sawmill, was built by Henry Ford in the midst of his northern Forest holdings. Alberta provides an interesting example of sawmill technology - see where the Ford "Woodie" got its wood! (L, Baraga County)
Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College
The Museum's signature collection is Inuit art of the Canadian Arctic, one of the largest and most historically complete collections of these distinctive sculptures and prints in the United States. (Traverse City, Grand Traverse County)
Detroit Institute of Arts
Museum, event and collection information including current and upcoming exhibitions, research library and online museum store. (Detroit, Wayne County)
Detroit Science Center
Creative exploration of the wonders of science and technology with a variety of hands-on exhibit laboratories, an IMAX Dome Theatre to the Dassault SystËmes Planetarium, family programs and live science demonstrations. Located in the heart of Detro (Detroit, Wayne County)
DetroitYES - Home of the Fabulous Ruins of Detroit
The Fabulous Ruins of Detroit is an art project presented from a love the great international metropolis of Detroit and Windsor, for art, and for enjoyment. Truly an amazing site! (Detroit, Wayne County)
Flint History
All about Flint, its culture & history, and the contributions that people connected to Flint have made to America. FlintHistory.com touches on many topics, including labor & industry, music & arts, sports & entertainment, and public & global affairs. (Flint, Genesee County)
Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum is the only one of its kind dedicated to the perils of maritime transport on the Great Lakes. It is fittingly located at Whitefish Point, Michigan, site of the oldest active lighthouse on Lake Superior. (Paradise, Chippewa County)
Historic White Pine Village
Visit Historic White Pine Village and rediscover small-town Michigan life in the late 1800's and beyond. The beauty and nostalgia of White Pine Village ensures an exciting and educational experience for the entire family. (Ludington, Mason County)
Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum, Inc.
The mission of Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum is to preserve, promote, and interpret the history of the Icebreaker Mackinaw, her crew, and her role in serving the Great Lakes. (Cheboygan, Cheboygan County)
Leelanau Historical Museum
Open year round, our interpretative exhibits tell the story of settlement and development of the Leelanau peninsula from the time the first lighthouse was built on South Manitou Island. (Leland, Leelanau County)
Mackinac State Historic Parks
Mackinac State Historic Parks is a family of living history museums and nature parks in northern Michigan, including Colonial Michilimackinac, Historic Mill Creek, and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse in Mackinaw City and Fort Mackinac on Mackinac Island. (Mackinac Island, Mackinac County)
Meadow Brook Hall & Gardens
The fourth largest historic house museum in the United States and renowned for its superb craftsmanship, architectural detailing and grand scale. Originally built as the residence of Matilda Dodge Wilson (widow of auto pioneer John Dodge). (Rochester, Oakland County)
Michigan Drive-Ins
This site was put together to catalog, track, and preserve the history of all Michigan Drive-In Theater's, past and present. It is also a way for fellow Michiganders to remember their many long-gone drive-in theaters, and also to promote the survivors. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Flywheelers Museum
Dedicated to the preservation of American farming equipment, the Michigan Flywheelers Museum hosts one of the largest Antique Engine and Tractor Shows in the state the weekend after Labor Day. (South Haven, Van Buren County)
Michigan Maritime Museum
Experience the rich maritime heritage of the Great Lakes by visiting Michigan's most distinguished institution of maritime research, preservation and education. Step aboard an early 19th century replica tall ship and sail out into the great waters. (South Haven, Van Buren County)
Motor Cities National Heritage Area
A guide to touring the history of the automotive industry and the southeastern Michigan locations that were its cradle. (Detroit, Wayne County)
Museum at Southwestern Michigan College
Interactive local history museum with free admission! (Dowagiac, Cass County)
Saline Area Historical Society
Generations of Native Americans traveled six trails that converged in the area we call Saline. They came to hunt wildlife for themselves and their families. And, they came for salt. (Saline, Washtenaw County)
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
The Museum exists to serve Metropolitan Detroit and national communities by providing exceptional exhibitions and programs based on outstanding collections and research that explore the diversity of African American history and culture. (Detroit, Wayne County)
The Flint Institute of Arts
The Flint Institute of Arts is a museum and art school located in the Flint Cultural Center in Flint, Michigan. Visitors can enjoy exhibitions, masterpieces from the permanent collection, studio classes, and special events throughout the year. (Flint, Genesee County)
The Turner-Dodge House & Heritage Center
Life is Short. History is Cool. Experience the special character of this turn-of-the-century National Historic Register Site that was once the home of families that helped build our state and the capital city. Great online features for kids as well! (Lansing, Ingham County)