Beste The History Museum podcasts (2024)

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Our animal friends 4:02

14h ago4:02

4:02

Do you know about the lion who used to live in Elgin? How about the other lion that used to live in Elgin? No? What about the elephant that made a memorable visit to the west side? No? Sounds like you had better listen to this echo from February 26, 1984 and get caught up.Door Elgin History Museum

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The Street Car Riot 14:29

10d ago14:29

14:29

On August 5, 1919 tension and issues between the Muskegon Traction and Lighting Company, the City of Muskegon, and residents resulted in a large riot lasting the night. This riot would end up resulting in over 1 million dollars of damage today. Join us as we examine the events that led up to the street car riot, what happened that night, and the fa…

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Almora's iron horse legacy 4:30

4d ago4:30

4:30

This former depot site near Randall and Big Timber Roads was known for its train wrecks rather than its founder or school. An echo from November 13, 1988 tells the details.Door Elgin History Museum

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Elgin's notorious mayor was "hot copy" for city newsmen 6:11

8d ago6:11

6:11

Newspapers can't resist writing about colorful politicians. True today and true from 1874 to 1927 when Mayor Arwin E. Price couldn't seem to stay out of the headlines. Listen to this echo from November 15, 1998 for the details.Door Elgin History Museum

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Mark of the West on two local graves 4:46

11d ago4:46

4:46

Elgin's Bluff City Cemetery holds the remains of two individuals who had only a fleeting connection to Elgin, but whose stories are of interest to fans of the American West. Tune in to this echo from September 10, 1989 to learn more about Dan DeMarbelle and Annie Tallent as we complete our mini series on Elgin’s municipal cemetery and its stories.…

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Elgin's Bells 4:40

15d ago4:40

4:40

Oscar Hammerstein once said "a bell's not a bell until you ring it". An echo from February 28, 1999, tells the story of Elgin's noteworthy bells.Door Elgin History Museum

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Taking a walk through Bluff City Cemetery 4:21

18d ago4:21

4:21

Learn about some of the unique markers in Bluff City Cemetery in this echo from August 14, 2003.Door Elgin History Museum

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Whatever happened to the members of Elgin's Class of '77? 5:03

22d ago5:03

5:03

This echo from September 16, 1990 details the lives of all the Elgin High School graduates of '77. Class of 1877, that is. If you are attending the 2024 Bluff City Cemetery Walk on September 21/22 you will learn about Cecil Harvey, but what adventures did her sister Illione have after graduation?Door Elgin History Museum

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The Erie L. Hackley 11:20

24d ago11:20

11:20

The Erie L. Hackley was a steam ship that navigated throughout the Great Lakes. Listen in to learn about its creation, service, and its final fate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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Illinois Park School has proud history 5:10

25d ago5:10

5:10

Illinois Park is the only Elgin School that was once independent. Learn more about the Little Red Brick School in this echo from May 31, 1998. To learn more about its teacher, Abbie C. Saunders Wing, consider attending the 37th annual Bluff City Cemetery Walk on September 21/22, 2024. Tickets are available on the Elgin History Museum website.…

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City's history rests beneath Bluff City trees 5:01

29d ago5:01

5:01

Bluff City Cemetery opened 135 years ago and its history is as interesting as the stories of those that rest there. An echo from September 3, 1989 tells the story of its founding and early years.Door Elgin History Museum

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When roosters cackled and toilets stayed indoors 4:54

1M ago4:54

4:54

Tune in to this echo from November 16, 2002 hear the big issues presented in the school board election of 1895.Door Elgin History Museum

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East side houses in Elgin conceal tidbits of history 5:49

1M ago5:49

5:49

Where were Sherman and St. Joseph's hospitals located in the old days? What was Mrs. Brockhoff's wild ride? Where did a local chewing gum magnate live? Listen to this echo from September 17, 1995 to find out.Door Elgin History Museum

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Kelly Brothers: Muskegon's Premier Wood Workers 7:05

1M ago7:05

7:05

While you might not recognize their name, you have most likely seen their work. Kelly Brothers was the premier interior decorators and wood workers in the late 20th century. Their work includes Hackley Public Library and Charles Hackley's house. Listen in to hear about their achievements and history. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

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Observatory still marks the passage of time 3:35

1M ago3:35

3:35

Today's U-46 Planetarium was once yesterday's Elgin National Watch Company Observatory. Learn about this unique building in this echo from October 19, 1981.Door Elgin History Museum

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Elgin had a building boom a century ago 4:26

1M ago4:26

4:26

Housing is hard to find, and the schools are jam-packed. Welcome to 1883. Listen to this echo from August 28, 1983 and learn about the building boom spawned by the Elgin National Watch Company's success.Door Elgin History Museum

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Elgin is a community of diverse housing 5:15

2M ago5:15

5:15

Fire up Google Street View and take a look at the houses mentioned in this echo from Sept 10, 1995. You may hear about a new favorite, or perhaps your own home.Door Elgin History Museum

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English watchmakers left housing legacy 4:34

2M ago4:34

4:34

What do Coventry England and Elgin's Bent St. have in common? Tune in to this echo from July 27, 1997 to find out.Door Elgin History Museum

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Mouth: A Lost Lumbering Legacy 10:20

2M ago10:20

10:20

On the banks of the old White River was the small and at one point thriving village of Mouth. This early settlement lead the growth in White River but would vanish when the current White Lake Channel was constructed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support…

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Neighbors' fondness for old homes founds the GPA 5:19

2M ago5:19

5:19

The Gifford Park Association hosts the Historic Elgin Housewalk each September. Learn about the organization's roots in this echo from July 17, 2003 and plan to attend the 2024 walk on September 7th and 8th. Tickets can be purchased on the Elgin History Museum's website.Door Elgin History Museum

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Elgin's claim to a pollution -free car dies with a mysterious man 5:09

2M ago5:09

5:09

Rory C. Johnson and the Magnatron engine left Elgin with more questions than answers but this echo from October 28, 2002 will fill you in on what we know.Door Elgin History Museum

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Life and Times of Charles F. Shaw Remembered 4:37

2M ago4:37

4:37

Charles F. Shaw (1851-1939) saw many changes in Elgin. Thankfully he shared many memories with a reporter in 1937. Listen to this echo from September 9, 2002 to hear stories of Charles' Elgin.Door Elgin History Museum

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Revisit the Unusual Happenings at Our Lords Park 5:25

2M ago5:25

5:25

This echo from August 26, 2002 highlights interesting events at Lords Park, 1894-1941.Door Elgin History Museum

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Westmeath and Pen Byrn: Two of North Muskegon's Prime Resorts 8:01

2M ago8:01

8:01

After a boom in the lumbering industry led to huge growth in North Muskegon, it all started to fall apart when the sawmills began closing down. Facing huge challenges North Muskegon had to redefine itself, the savior would become the resort industry which brought tourist from all over to this small community and reinvigorated it. --- Support this p…

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The Case of the Missing Elgin JFK Casket 4:10

2M ago4:10

4:10

What became of the Elgin Britannia casket which transported the body of President John F. Kennedy? An echo from August 12, 2002 reveals the truth.Door Elgin History Museum

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Muskegon and the 1893 Chicago World's Fair 14:28

3M ago14:28

14:28

The 1893 World's Fair that took place in Chicago was a glorious spectacle that showcased many brand new inventions and innovations. The event drew millions to Chicago including many county residents. But Muskegon was also well represented in the fairs various displays and creations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/…

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The Name Game: Streets of Muskegon County III 4:48

3M ago4:48

4:48

On part three of the Name Game: Streets of Muskegon County we are looking at a family history to find the origin of four Dalton Township roads, Ora, Nielwood, Eklund, and Nielsen. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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Suicide of a Goddess 15:21

4M ago15:21

15:21

On July 1, 1902, the Pan-American Exposition's Goddess of Light statue was torn to the ground. The statue, which adorned the fair's tallest structure, had become a symbol of the Exposition. Now, it had been sold off. However, it would never make it to its new owner.Door The Buffalo History Museum

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Casnovia: Living on the Edge 6:24

4M ago6:24

6:24

On the very edge of Muskegon County lies an interesting community know as Casnovia. This village is split right down main street between Muskegon and Kent Counties. Join us today us we discuss its history and the challenges and benefits of being divided in half. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support…

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Muskegon's Red Cross 13:18

4M ago13:18

13:18

The Red Cross has a long history serving Michigan and also Muskegon. Today we examine that history, and look at some of the work the Red Cross has done and continues to do today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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A History of Hackley Day 9:06

5M ago9:06

9:06

Every year on May 25 the Muskegon Community celebrates a local holiday, Hackley Day. This holiday has it roots with Hackley Public Library and Charles Hackley's philanthropy. It was created to remember and honor Charles Hackley for all he did and has done for Muskegon. Listen in to hear its story and how it is celebrated today. --- Support this pod…

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Big Wheels on the Job 5:39

5M ago5:39

5:39

Before the invention of the Big Wheel, lumbering was primarily carried out in winter. With the introduction of Big Wheels though, lumbering could flourish year round. Listen in to learn about the history, construction, and use of these oversized wheels and how they transformed our state. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…

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Port Sherman the Channel Community 5:13

6M ago5:13

5:13

Before Muskegon was unified into a larger city, many smaller communities existed. Port Sherman was one such area. Located on the Muskegon Channel, Port Sherman served as the first point of contact for boats coming into harbor and was home of many sailors, fishermen, and tugboat operators. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…

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Two Souls Lost: The Titanic and Buffalo 16:52

6M ago16:52

16:52

112 years ago today, RMS Titanic disappeared into the icy depths of the North Atlantic after striking an iceberg. The disaster would take the lives of more than 1,500 passengers and crew, two of whom were Buffalo's own. This is their story.Door The Buffalo History Museum

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Miss America and Muskegon 11:38

6M ago11:38

11:38

Listen in to learn about the history of this program and its local ties right here in Muskegon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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The Saturn Club Liquor Raid 15:01

7M ago15:01

15:01

On August 23, 1923, a team of Federal Prohibition Agents raided Buffalo's elite Saturn Club in search of illegal alcohol. The raid, which uncovered large amounts of booze, was led by one of the Saturn Club's own members, "Wild" Bill Donovan.Door The Buffalo History Museum

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Trent a Muskegon Ghost Town 10:09

7M ago10:09

10:09

In the 1800s many small communities came together in Muskegon County, with places such as Muskegon, Whitehall, and Ravenna. While these communities grew and remain today, not all did. Located on Crockery Creek a small village named Trent would flourish in the 1800s, but would eventually disappear off the map entirely by the 1970s. What happened to …

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Muskegon During the Great Depression 17:40

7M ago17:40

17:40

The Great Depression caused upheaval throughout the United States, Muskegon being no exception. Today we look at the impact of the depression in Muskegon and how resident coped with the tough times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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Rise and Fall of the Canadiana 22:46

8M ago22:46

22:46

Between 1910 and 1956, the Canadiana ferried passengers between Buffalo and Canada's Crystal Beach Amusement Park. This is the story of the ship, her demise, and her near resurrection.Door The Buffalo History Museum

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Muskegon's Muskrat Love 27:05

8M ago27:05

27:05

Did you know that Muskegon County was home to several muskrat farms in the 1920s and 30s? Listen in to learn about the muskrat and why farming them became the newest fad in the early 20th century. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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When Milk Came to You: A History of Sanitary Dairy 7:33

8M ago7:33

7:33

Today we examine the history of one of the most prominent milk delivery companies in the area as we look at the history of Sanitary Dairy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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A History of North Muskegon 8:01

9M ago8:01

8:01

Lumbering was the cornerstone for many cities big and small in Michigan. Today's episode will cover how one of these cities was formed and how it adapted after lumbering ended. Join us as we examine the history of North Muskegon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support…

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The Life and Legacy of L.C. Walker 8:36

9M ago8:36

8:36

L.C. Walker alongside business partner Arch Wilkinson Shaw founded Shaw-Walker a furniture company which would become a nation leading brand. Walker and his family would also become great philanthropists in the area, a legacy which still helps provide for much in the area. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-ho…

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The Last of the Lumber Barons 8:07

10M ago8:07

8:07

By the early 1900s most sawmills on Muskegon Lake had closed down, however the sound of wood being cut could still be heard as a few sawmills remained in business. One of the last to operate was that run by James Gow. Today we look at his life and how he managed to become the last operating lumber baron in Muskegon. --- Support this podcast: https:…

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A Discussion of Firekeeper's Daughter 32:00

10M ago32:00

32:00

As part of the Great Michigan Read, we have a spoiler free discussion of the book Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley, and many of the topics it brings up about Native Americans. Whether you have read the book or not this episode is still for you! Links for things mentioned in the episode: Great Michigan Read Page https://www.michiganhumaniti…

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The History of Early Ravenna 7:37

11M ago7:37

7:37

Listen in as we cover the early years of the village of Ravenna. Learn about its strategic location and growth, and how several disasters nearly derailed the settlement. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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Muskegon's Urban Renewal 10:35

12M ago10:35

10:35

In the 1970's, Muskegon like many cities went through the process of urban renewal. In this process local and federal fund were used to redevelop downtown Muskegon, tear down older building and creating a downtown mall. In this episode we look into the urban renewal process and see where Muskegon ended up at the end of it. --- Support this podcast:…

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Pascoe's Place 5:19

12M ago5:19

5:19

Pascoe's Place long held the title of the best fried fish in the area, and attracted visitors from all over to this unassuming little bar in Bluffton. It also though served as the unofficial club for the Actor's Colony and served many famous patrons including Buster Keaton who was a frequent visitor. Listen in to learn about the history of this pla…

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Robert Bunker 4:46

1y ago4:46

4:46

Robert Bunker was a long time Muskegon school board member, lawyer and law professor, and was close to Charles Hackley. He would eventually have a school named after him for his dedication and work in seeing Charles Hackley's gifts to the city be completed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support…

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Muskegon in the Spanish-American War 9:17

1y ago9:17

9:17

2023 marks the 125th anniversary of the Spanish-American War, a brief conflict that would put the United States of America on the path to a global power. Many Muskegon County residents would be a part of this war. Today we examine the history of this conflict and the role these residents played. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…

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