During this episode of "Destination Michigan," we'll show off the amazing architecture of Harbor Springs' Earl Mead, and explore the brand-new Discovery Museum in Mount Pleasant. Pat Harrison of Maple City is a master carver who is known as the Lord of the Gourd, and we'll show you why. Plus, Bob Garner travels to Saranac for an "egg"-cellent adventure!
In this episode: when steam engines were king, the city of Durand was the crown jewel of the railroads. We'll show you the rich history and the restoration of the Durand Union Station. Our next destination is "Michigan's Little Bavaria," and a visit to Frankenmuth wouldn't be complete without stopping at Zehnder's. Plus, Bob Garner 'talks turkey' at the Turkey Roost in Kawkawlin.
During this episode, sound the alarms as we visit the Michigan Firehouse Museum in Ypsilanti and explore the history of Iosco County at the Iosco County Historical Museum in East Tawas. Later, we'll join our jolly old Bob Garner as he takes us to the largest Christmas store, Bronner's Christmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth.
A great American writer built a castle on the Shiawassee River: we'll explore the life of James Oliver Curwood and visit his castle in Owosso. We'll celebrate the lives and contributions of amazing Michigan women at the Michigan Women's Historical Center and Hall of Fame in Lansing, and we'll discover the artwork of Shepherd artist Ingrid Tourangeau. Plus, Bob Garner is a "Little Rascal" as he samples the breadsticks and 'down home' hospitality at Spanky's Pizza in Fremont.