History

"Hidden in Plain Sight" gets an exclusive opportunity to step inside the iconic Chelsea Clocktower. WEMU's Joshua Nieman invites you to peek behind the curtains and learn some of its unexpected history.

For more than four decades, the Ypsilanti Heritage Foundation (YHF) has hosted its annual Historic Homes Tour. This year, the foundation is turning its attention to Ypsilanti’s Southside neighborhood with the theme "Harvesting Our History." Lee Van Roth gave a preview of the upcoming tour with YHF member Delrhea Byrge.

"Hidden In Plain Sight" dives into the complicated past (and future) of a local historical site. WEMU's Joshua Nieman presents the story on Ypsilanti's Peninsular Paper Dam.

The group working to preserve and set a plan for the future of Saline’s historic Davenport-Curtiss Mansion says it wants to ensure it remains an iconic place for the community for years to come. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Juneteenth National Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. And as happens each year, several local events commemorate the day. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor was joined by the President of the NAACP Ann Arbor branch, Andre' Watson, to talk about what is going on locally, but more importantly, what this day means to residents in Washtenaw County.

As Washtenaw County marks 200 years since its founding, one local production is bringing an even earlier chapter of American history to life. The Ann Arbor Civic Theatre is staging the Tony Award-winning musical "1776" — telling the story behind the signing of the Declaration of Independence. WEMU’s John Stockwell takes us from the rehearsal room to opening night and explores how the past continues to resonate today.

The City of Chelsea is looking to beautify its downtown area with an art mural overlooking the Farmer’s Market. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

The City of Ypsilanti has been seeing success in sparking local interest in the city’s history with its "Throwback Thursdays" campaign. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Zingerman’s has announced it will be shutting down Cornman Farms at the end of October due to shifting business priorities. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Lynn Conway is remembered for her breakthroughs that helped shape modern computing. She was also a strong advocate for the visibility of women in computer science. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has this story for Women’s History Month.