In Berrien County’s orchard country, Eau Clair, Michigan, thrived in the early 20th century. This small town didn’t rely on tourism or trade routes—it relied on work. The people of Eau Clair were farmers, mill workers, railroad men, and basket weavers. They made things by hand and moved them by rail.
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History of Eau Clair, Michigan – A Working Town at the Turn of the Century - Video
In the early 1900s, Eau Clair was a hub for apples, crates, and hometown pride. The box factories ran hot, and baseball packed the stands. Did your family live here? Watch now
The End of the Road in Michigan
This audio collection of amazing short stories is taken from the Great Lakes region and the Tip of Michigan’s Thumb. We love Michigan's history, places to see, and things to do in Michigan. Each episode is taken from feature articles from Thumbwind.com and Michigan4you.com. So, as a podcast, you can enjoy them anytime and anywhere. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s tale from the End of the Road in Michigan.
This audio collection of amazing short stories is taken from the Great Lakes region and the Tip of Michigan’s Thumb. We love Michigan's history, places to see, and things to do in Michigan. Each episode is taken from feature articles from Thumbwind.com and Michigan4you.com. So, as a podcast, you can enjoy them anytime and anywhere. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s tale from the End of the Road in Michigan. Appears in episode
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