by CAVB Staff | Aug 5, 2022 | Cadillac Stories, History, Hunting and Fishing
Fish decoy carving has been a unique part of fishing culture for generations and they are still being used today. But did you know the rich history it has right here in Cadillac? The main purpose of decoys now is for ice fishing/spearing. After a hole is cut in the...
by Cassie OHagan | Aug 3, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, Culture and Entertainment, History
Looking to get your history fix? Take a visit to the Marion Historical Museum located at: 505 S Mill St. Marion, MI 49665. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history and artifacts of Marion, Michigan and the surrounding area, and will be sure to transport you...
by Cassie OHagan | Jul 30, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, Culture and Entertainment, History
Are you looking to immerse yourself into the local history and culture? The Greater Cadillac Area has seven museums available to you throughout the summer, all located within 30 minutes of Cadillac. Spend some time traveling to each location and experience not only...
by Cassie OHagan | May 24, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, Culture and Entertainment, History
Are you looking to dive deeper into the history and culture of the Greater Cadillac area? The Wexford County Historical Society (WCHS) Museum is the right place for you. With artifacts, photographs, maps, paintings, documents and exhibits of daily life in northern...
by CAVB Staff | Apr 25, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, History
2 Lakes, A Canal, A Railroad & A Bit of History When George Mitchell, timber seeker, arrived on the eastern shore of Little Clam Lake (later Lake Cadillac) in 1871, two events that year led him to establish his community quickly at the site. The Great Michigan...
by CAVB Staff | Apr 24, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, History, Self Guided Trips
Touring Old CadillacStep back in time and explore the key historic buildings that were built during the thriving lumber era in Cadillac. Many of these buildings still stand proudly today. See the map below that corresponds to the numbered items underneath. 1. Former...
