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The Voyageurs - Men of The Fur Trade |
The full story of the fur trade transporters and the important contribution they made to Midwest history. [CLICK TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION]
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Ora Labora - Pray & Work |
The story of a group of German Methodists from the eastern states, who, in the 1860's cam ashore at Wild Fowl Bay to for the community fo Ora Labora. This is their "survival story" in the woods.
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Pre-historic Dugout Builders |
Archaeologist Gordon Peters sheds light on the lives of early canoe builders. Using the techniques applied by indigenous people, at the same location, an U.S. Forest Service archaeologist talks about how he built one of these primitive dugout canoes.
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Michigan's First People |
Fascinating artifacts from archaeological digs reveal much of what daily life was like for the early people of Michigan. With the help of the Sloan Museum staff in Flint, artifacts shed light on the question of what people and animals first inhabited this region.
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Native Americans in Michigan |
In order to appreciate the rich cultural heritage of the various tribes of Michigan, this video looks back in time and examines their location within the state, types of dwellings, food sources, dress, and the many other interesting aspects of their lives. This is a good overview of Native American history in Michigan.
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Indian History of Michigan's Thumb Region |
takes you from the Paleo and Woodland Indian periods to the “corn grinding” sites along the Huron shores. Travel in time from treaties and missionaries...To the colorful lives of Indian Dave, Peter Chatfield and others. Visit “White Rock” and see a pow-wow with traditional dance. The woodland flute of Robert Tall Tree adds realism to this historic glance at the past.
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Chief Buffalo - Man of Peace |
A Man of Peace;The life of this famous Chief is told, in part, by his great-great grand-daughter. The saga is detailed of how the Chief changed the course of history by going to Washington to plead with President Fillmore for the rights of his people.
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Little Crow's Story |
Little Crow became a sioux chief and struggled to understand the early pioneers language and culture to better lead his people. The story of his life comes to life in this production.
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The Michilimackinac Massacre |
This is the story of Alexander Henry. It is a tale of survival during and after a Chippewa attack that killed many at Fort Michilimackinac. The events that lead up to the uprising, as well as some of the brutal acts that Henry witnessed are covered.
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Treaty of Traverse Des Sioux |
This is an account of how the new frontier people pressured the federal government into a treaty that left the Sioux without grazing land for the buffalo and enough land to meet their basic needs. A re-enactment of the 1850 gathering among teepees, canvas tents, and ox carts is shown.
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Great Lakes Viking Mystery |
While the principal focus is on the famed (though not widely accepted as genuine) Kensington Runestone of Minnesota, the discovery of other "evidence" of the Norsemen here before Columbus is included in this video.
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Great Lakes French Explorers |
French explorers, who first reached what is now Minnesota, are the focus of this video. Emphasis is on Duluth, Father Hennepin, and De La Salle. Artist sketches help to recreate key incidents.
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The Travels of Governor Cass |
The Governor of the huge Michigan Territory was probably the fairest, most humane government official of his day in dealing with the Great Lakes Native Americans. The recorded account of his long, difficult trip to the far reaches of his "domain" is shown.
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Mississippi Seeking the Source |
This video looks at the journey of Henry Schoolcraft through Lake Superior into what was then Michigan Territory. Other explorers who tried to locate the true source are also included. Artist's conceptions and video at crucial points help to tell the story.
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Michigan Pioneers |
Historic photos and video of reconstructed frontier homes, farms, and businesses make this a visually interesting feature that tells the story of the people who settled and developed this state. The reality of pioneer life is explained vividly in this fascinating video
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Michigan Homesteads |
The reasons why so many Europeans and New England settlers chose to put down roots in Michigan are examined in this video. Who they were, what drew them, and what they did when they arrived are covered. Costumed reenactments help to tell the story.
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Michigan's Pioneer Farmer |
This video looks at the farmers who came to Michigan by way of the Erie Canal, and those who came here by foot through Ohio and Indiana. Early threshing and farm chores, plus the use of pitchforks, wooden rakes, and ox-driven plows are shown in re-enacted scene.
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Michigan's Pioneer Farmwife |
With the aid of women in period costumes on restored farms, this video looks at the grueling workday of a farmwife including washboard laundering, garden work, spinning, churning, and cooking meals on a wood stove.
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Michigan's Frontier Schools |
Through the eyes of long-retired teachers, memories of the one-room schoolhouses show what school days were like in the early days. Historic photos from Michigan schools and re-created scenes in authentic classrooms add to the appeal of this video.
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The Grange & Oliver Kelly |
Videotaped mostly on the restored 1875 Kelley farm at Elk River, Minnesota, this is the story of the man who founded the organization that united farmers and their families in 20,000 chapters across America.
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Life in the 30's - Summertime |
Fascinating archival film footage provides an entertaining look at what people did for fun when money was scarce. The old swimming hole, fishing in a pond, running a lemonade stand, picking berries, and soapbox carts are among the interesting scenes.
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Life in the 30's - Winter |
Life in the depression years during the colder months is shown through entertaining archival film. Many activities are shown, including a one-boy-one-dog sled race, a wild ride on a sled tethered to a wind driven iceboat, daring and dangerous bobsled rides and vintage ski jumping.
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The Communist Movement |
This is the story of the communist movement during the depression years in the upper midwest. It follows the story of Illimy (lastname) who grew up in a minnesota homestead farm and eventually moved with her family to Russia following dreams of a better life.
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Civilian Conservation Corps MI |
The immeasurable contributions and the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps are told in this video. This is an inspiring story of a federal-state program that employed thousands of destitute young men during the depression years.
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The Orphan Train |
From the 1850’s to the 1930’s, more than 250,000 orphans from New York City and Boston were sent westward. The train made many stops along the way as married couples picked out the boy or girl they wanted. Michigan was one of many middle western states to take in 12,500 children from 3 to 16 years of age. Captivating stories, eyewitnesses and photos make this a very special documentary.
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Life in the Lumber Camps |
Four retired lumberjacks give first person accounts of life in the woods. They describe what the dawn-to-dusk routine was like including the food, bunkhouses, log drives, and other fascinating elements of lumbering life.
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Michigan Lumberjacks |
The first woodsmen in Michigan were called "shanty boys". This program looks at the jobs they did, the tools they used, the food they ate, and the bunkhouses in which they lived. This is a fascinating look into the everyday lives of these men in our state's history.
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