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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Douglass Houghton Memorial, Eagle River

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Douglass Houghton Memorial, Eagle River

July 22, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

Today’s Michigan Roadside Attraction actually covers two different spots in Eagle River that honor Douglass Houghton, our first state geologist and the namesake of Houghton,…

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Michigan A to Z: Travel the Mitten's 2017 Summer Guide

Michigan A to Z: Travel the Mitten’s 2017 Summer Guide

May 29, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment, Family Trips

After a very wet April and a May that was slow to show signs of warming, we are finally ready for summer to reach the…

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Windmill Point Light, Detroit

Windmill Point Light, Detroit

May 1, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

The Windmill Point Light in Detroit is definitely one of Michigan’s most noticeable or aesthetically pleasing lighthouses, but it marks an important stretch of the…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Belle Isle Park, Detroit

Photo Gallery Friday: Belle Isle Park, Detroit

March 10, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Landmarks, Lighthouses

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where a few pictures just aren’t enough…

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William Livingstone Memorial Lighthouse, Belle Isle

William Livingstone Memorial Lighthouse, Belle Isle

December 29, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

The William Livingstone Memorial Lighthouse on Belle Isle in Detroit, Michigan is one of the state’s most unique beacons. It is one of only two…

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Ultimate Michigan Lighthouse Road Trip, Part 1: Lower Peninsula

Ultimate Michigan Lighthouse Road Trip, Part 1: Lower Peninsula

November 14, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Michigan is home to more lighthouses than any other state in the U.S., with more than 120 beacons still standing today. We have more freshwater coastline…

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Farewell Season Gordie Howe

15 Detroit Red Wings Games to Checkout During Farewell to Joe Louis Arena

October 13, 2016
by Chris Katje
Sports

The Detroit Red Wings kicked off the 2016-2017 season with a game in Tampa Bay on October 13th. The team will have their home opener…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: James Scott Memorial Fountain, Belle Isle

Michigan Roadside Attractions: James Scott Memorial Fountain, Belle Isle

August 27, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Detroit Red Wings Hockeytown 5K a Must Race for Fans

Detroit Red Wings Hockeytown 5K a Must Race for Fans

June 14, 2016
by Chris Katje
Sports

If you’re a Detroit Red Wings fan like I am, you’ll want to circle September 10th on your calendar. Better yet, you’ll go register right…

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Gordie Howe Arena

Gordie Howe International Bridge a Nice Tribute; Gordie Howe Arena Would Be a Bonus

June 14, 2016
by Chris Katje
Sports

On Friday June 10th, the world of hockey and Michigan sports fans lost one of their most beloved. Gordie Howe, known to many as “Mr….

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