Michigan’s Most Underrated Lighthouses
Michigan is home to many well-known, beautiful and fascinating lighthouses thanks to more than 3,000 miles of shoreline. But if you’re interested in searching beyond the…
6 Michigan Podcasts To Listen To Right Now
As more media platforms are catching up to the “on-demand economy,” podcasts are suddenly all the rage again. And why not? You can listen along in…
Brew Tour: Eastern Market Brewing Co.
Eastern Market has been a Saturday staple in Detroit since 1891. It provides weekends full of fresh produce and local vendors. With the rise…
A Winery Hidden On The Back Roads Of Fenton
If you are familiar with Seven Lakes State Park in Holly, Michigan, you might have seen the signs for a new winery in the…
24 Shops To Celebrate Record Store Day In Michigan
You’ve heard of Christmas in July, but April 22nd is practically the best holiday of the year for music lovers. Record Store Day celebrates…
The 11 Most Instagrammable Street Art Pieces in Michigan
Michigan may be more known for its natural beauty, but it also has its own array of incredible street art and murals created by local…
The Best Dock Fishing Spots Across The Mitten
While Michigan has enough lakes to accommodate nearly any size boat, fishing isn’t just for those out on the open water. From Lake Michigan to…
Pi Day: More Than Just Math In The Mitten
March 14th marks the celebration of Pi Day, also known as an excuse to eat pie and all other circular sweets in appreciation for…
Why The Detroit Zoo Over All Others
Why should you go to the Detroit Zoo over all the others? Specifically, why the Detroit Zoo right now? It is winter, cold, and…
Pączki Day in the Mitten: It’s Not Just a Donut!
Originally published on February 8th, 2016. Fat Tuesday is finally here which means its Pączki Day! This day is celebrated by indulging in the…
Saying Goodbye to “The Joe”
The Victoria Cougars. Olympia Stadium. The Detroit… Falcons? Hockey megafans may recognize these names, but for many people they evoke a “huh?” The Detroit…
February Events To Love In The Awesome Mitten
There’s so much to love about Michigan in February! From classic winter festivals to amazing productions, beer festivals, races, and more. The opportunities are…
Celebrating Michigan’s Birthday With 10 Of Our Favorite Facts
180 years ago, on January 26th, 1837, our beautiful mitten became the 26th addition to the United States. Here at The Awesome Mitten we’re celebrating…
Michigan’s Birthday Scavenger Hunt
Michigan’s birthday is almost here again. Our Annual Michigan Birthday Bake Off is underway and people are voting on our Facebook page for their…
Michigan’s Holocaust Memorial Museum | Farmington Hills
What was one of the most essential resources of the Nazi regime to carry out The Final Solution? The railroad. The train car is…
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