The most intact trail of footprints was uncovered near Ann Arbor and remains have been found in over 250 locations all over the state!
Officially recognized as the Michigan state reptile in 1995, the painted turtle has yellow and red markings and is the only turtle still commonly found throughout the state.
Created by pharmacist James Vernor in Detroit, Vernors is a highly carbonated ginger-ale pop and was sold exclusively in Detroit for several years after its creation.
In 1998, Michigan declared The Legend of Sleeping Bear the official state book after it became the top-selling children’s book that year.