Zig-Zagging through Lapeer county, around the ponds and rivers, a few miles north of Lapper, I came across this old church that looks to be converted into a house on Millville road. Nearby was an old schoolhouse and more houses along with the Plumb Creek flowing through the countryside. I found out it was on
I was in downtown Ionia and stopped to take a pic of the courthouse when a couple of workers were walking out. They said to me ” It sure is a beautiful building, isn’t it.” Yes it is, that is why I had to stop a take a few pics. The historical marker in front
This stately white house with the yellow trim stands in downtown Hastings. A Michigan historical marker is proudly displayed in front of it and reads: Oakland County physician George W. Lowry (1850-1922) purchased this lot and a medical practice from Dr. William A. Upjohn in 1887. In 1892-1894 he built one of Hasting’s finest residences,
In southern central Michigan is the town of Hillsdale where you will find the campus of Hillsdale College. It was founded in 1844 by a group of Freewill Baptists organized Michigan Central College at Spring Arbor. The college was the first in Michigan to grant degrees to women. The campus was moved to Hillsdale in
More than two centuries ago a ragtag army fought the most powerful empire in the world. It was an impossible endeavor and the king thought they were destined to fail. The desire for freedom from the British Monarchy could not be defeated. Shortly after their victory from oppression, the founding fathers wrote on a piece
The town of Indianville, or at least what is left of it, is near the northwest side of Burt Lake. St Mary’s Catholic Church still stands in the town along with the cemetery behind it. The town will forever be linked to a tragic day in Michigan history. On October 15th, 1900 the sheriff came
Black River Falls is in a rather secluded area southwest of Ishpeming. I like visiting them because it is usually quiet without anyone else around. the boulders at the bottom of the falls are huge, I would say they are about 3 feet in diameter. I climbed out onto them and set up my tripod
It has been a while since I have done a giveaway to all my subscribers so here is your chance to win a 2020 Lighthouse wall calendar. You have to be an email subscriber to win so if you have not subscribed to Lost In Michigan, you can do it HERE or down below Leave a
I stumbled across this barn while hiking in the Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve near Gaylord. It’s one of my favorite photos from this fall. I wish the leaves would stay at peak longer, but I guess that is what makes Autumn so special. Lost In Michigan T-Shirts are available to order for a limited
Autumn has come and gone. I get asked when is my favorite time of year to photograph and without hesitation it is Autumn. The vibrant color like nature’s fireworks only happens for a short time and then it’s only memories until next year. I know winter does not officially start until December 21st but it
