British at Detroit & Grand Rapids’ Balloon | July 4
On this day in 1783, Britain held onto Fort Detroit. In 1859, Grand Rapids saw its first hot air balloon flight, and in 1969, Mackinac Island hosted its first stone skipping contest.
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Royal Visit & Michigan’s First Librarian | July 3
On this day in 1959, Queen Elizabeth visited Detroit for the first Freedom Festival. In 1828, Henry Schoolcraft became Michigan’s first territorial librarian.
Garfield’s Shooting & a U-M Connection | July 2
On this day in 1881, President James A. Garfield was shot by Charles Guiteau—a former U-M student—leading to civil service reform after Garfield’s death.
MSU’s Name Change & U-M’s Opposition | July 1
On this day in 1955, Michigan State College officially became Michigan State University after a long push for recognition—and despite resistance from the University of Michigan.
Tashmoo Park & The Message in a Bottle | June 30
On this day in 1915, Selina Pramstaller and Tillie Esper of Detroit wrote a note at Tashmoo Park, sealed it in a bottle, and cast it into the St. Clair River. Nearly a century later, in 2013, the bottle was discovered an...
Custer’s Rise & Michigan’s Pollution Fight | June 29
On this day in 1863, Monroe native George Armstrong Custer was promoted to brigadier general and took command of the Michigan Cavalry Brigade, playing a key role at Gettysburg. Also, in 1928, Michigan launched its first ...
Petoskey Stone & Mackinac Bridge Dedication | June 28
On this day in 1965, Michigan made the unique Petoskey Stone its official state rock, with a historic signing attended by Ella Jane Petoskey, granddaughter of Chief Petosegay. And in 1958, Governor G. Mennen Williams ded...
College World Series & Teju Cole’s Birth | June 27
On this day in 1947, the first College World Series baseball games took place in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where the University of California swept Yale, led by future president George W. Bush. Also, in 1975, acclaimed writer...
Michigan Flag & State Motto Unveiled | June 26
On this day in 1911, Michigan adopted its current state flag, featuring the coat of arms with symbols of peace, defense, and wildlife — all topped with the state motto, “If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.”
Detroit Cholera Epidemic & Quarantine Rules | June 25
On this day in 1832, Detroit issued strict medical guidance to combat a cholera epidemic, restricting boat traffic and public movement amid fears and outdated treatments. Church bells were silenced to prevent panic durin...
Houghton-Hancock Bridge & Steamer Near Miss | June 24
On this day in 1960, the steamer J.F. Schoellkopf nearly collided with the new Houghton-Hancock Bridge when the bridge operator missed its whistle signal, causing the ship to run aground and cut telephone service to 1,00...
Walk to Freedom & MLK’s Detroit Speech | June 23
On this day in 1963, 125,000 marched Detroit’s Woodward Avenue with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., marking one of the nation’s largest civil rights demonstrations.
Joe Louis Knockout & Detroit’s Pride | June 22
On this day in 1938, Joe Louis knocked out Max Schmeling, becoming a national hero amid rising global tensions.
Hirabayashi Case & Justice Murphy’s Dissent | June 21
On this day, 1943, the Supreme Court upheld Japanese Internment; Justice Murphy condemned it as racist and un-American.
Tolkan’s Birth & Detroit’s 1943 Riot | June 20
On this day, actor James Tolkan was born in Calumet, and Detroit faced deadly 1943 housing riots amid war-driven growth and desegregation efforts.
Juneteenth & Michigan’s Legacy | June 19
On this day, Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in 1865, a moment celebrated nationwide and honored by voices from Michigan and beyond.
Checker Cab’s Start & Kalamazoo Pride | June 18
On this day in 1923, the first iconic Checker Cab rolled off the line in Kalamazoo, marking a milestone in Michigan’s auto legacy.
Detroit’s First Auto Strike & Labor Roots | June 17
On this day in 1913, Detroit saw its—and America’s—first auto strike, shaping labor rights and the modern workweek across the nation.
MSU Land & The Birth of Spartans | June 16
On this day in 1855, the land for Michigan State University was chosen, setting the stage for the state’s first agricultural college and Spartan pride.
Michigan’s UP & The Toledo Compromise | June 15
On this day in 1836, Michigan gained the Upper Peninsula in a land dispute deal with Ohio, securing statehood and a treasure of natural beauty.