Northern Michigan is known as a peaceful and tranquil place. But that peace was broken on June 25, 1968, when the Robison family were shot and killed while vacationing in their Lake Michigan cottage just north of Good Hart, Michigan, near the Straits of Mackinac. In this episode of Tales of Northern Michigan's past, Chris lays out the details of this gruesome act. Tune in on June 9th for notable guest author Kristie Dickinson to talk in further about this still-unsolved case as well as her book based on these murders: "Summerset"! If you haven't already, follow us on Facebook and leave us suggestions for what you'd like to hear about Michigan's vast history! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569

In this second part of their conversation, Chris continues the discussion with Eric Hemenway, a historian for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. They discuss the attempts that occurred to convert Odawas to Christianity and the different altercations that occurred between the Odawas and the settlers. If you enjoy this podcast, follow us on Facebook! If you have any suggestions for topics that Chris could cover or have an area of expertise you feel you could talk about with Chris on the podcast, feel free to message us! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569

The wait is finally over! Season 2 of Tales of Northern Michigan's Past officially launches today!! This season we will be showcasing many of Michigan's firsts that have happened within the great state of Michigan. What better way to start the journey than learning more about the first people who inhabited Northern Michigan. Chris had the opportunity to talk with Eric Hemenway, a historian for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. In this two-part conversation, they talk about the life of the Odawas before contact as well as shortly after contact and how the Odawan way of life has changed in some ways, and yet, in others is still the same. If you enjoy this podcast, follow us on Facebook! If you have any suggestions for topics that Chris could cover or have an area of expertise you feel you could talk about with Chris on the podcast, feel free to message us! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569

While we are hard at work producing a new season, we wanted to take a moment to produce something special for our listeners that, while it is history now, it seems to be a very timely topic at this time. This special is broken down into two parts: Part 1 talks about Michigan's early history of the Native Americans, the French, the English, and eventually the English Americans as they fought for control of Northern Michigan. Part 2 will be covering how Michigan has played parts in the different wars that have gripped our world over the years and how, unsurprisingly, history always seems to repeat itself. Stay tuned for season 2 coming your way very shortly! Thanks for listening!

While we are hard at work producing a new season, we wanted to take a moment to produce something special for our listeners that, while it is history now, it seems to be a very timely topic at this time. This special is broken down into two parts: Part 1 talks about Michigan's early history of the Native Americans, the French, the English, and eventually the English Americans as they fought for control of Northern Michigan. Part 2 will be covering how Michigan has played parts in the different wars that have gripped our world over the years and how, unsurprisingly, history always seems to repeat itself. Stay tuned for season 2 coming your way very shortly! Thanks for listening!

Chris sits down with Mary Jane Doerr author of the book Bay View: An American Idea again this week to talk about the hotels of Bay View, located in Petoskey, Michigan. They also begin talking about the connection that Bay View has with so many individual people and events, including the 1960s Women's Rights Movement. With her vast knowledge of the area, Mary Ann will be coming back on for another episode, specifically about Ernest Hemingway Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569

Chris has the opportunity to sit down with Mary Jane Doerr author of the book Bay View: An American Idea to talk about the history and formation of Bay View, located in Petoskey, Michigan. Mary Ann has a vast knowledge of the area from when it was created to all of the connections that this location has with so many people. In this first episode, Chris and Mary Ann discuss the creation of the area. In the coming episodes, they will talk about the connections to certain people and, more specifically, Hemingway's connections. Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569

In this second part interview with Dave Pott, we dive deeper into talking about the inland water route as well as the railroads that helped grow Northern Michigan. Dave is on the advisory board for the Inland Water Route Historical Society as well as a volunteer at the museum which can be found in Alanson, Michigan. More information about the Inland Water Route Historical Society and museum can be found below! https://iwrhs.wordpress.com/ Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569

In this two-part episode topic, Chris sits down with Dave Pott to talk about the inland water route as well as the railroads that helped grow Northern Michigan. Dave is on the advisary board for the Inland Water Route Historical Society as well as a volunteer at the museum which can be found in Alanson, Michigan. More information about the Inland Water Route Historical Society and museum can be found below! https://iwrhs.wordpress.com/

Chris and Dianna continue their conversation about the deep history of Michigan lighthouses in this second part. They discuss the women of the lighthouses, as well a court case that occurred in the UP. Follow this podcast on Facebook for any news or information! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569 More information on Dianna Stampfler and her book can be found below! https://promotemichigan.com/haunted-lighthouses-book