Michigan’s UP & The Toledo Compromise | June 15

Michigan’s UP & The Toledo Compromise | June 15

On this day in 1836, Michigan gained the Upper Peninsula in a land dispute deal with Ohio, securing statehood and a treasure of natural beauty.

Michigan House Censure & Hudson’s Flag | June 14

On this day in 2012, two Michigan lawmakers were censured over language in debate, and in 1976, Detroit’s Hudson’s retired its giant flag to the Smithsonian.

Red Wings' Win & Tim Allen’s Michigan Roots | June 13

On this day in 2002, the Red Wings won the Stanley Cup, and it’s also the birthday of Michigan’s own comedian Tim Allen.

Marian Anderson & Slaughterhouse Five Win | June 12

On this day, Marian Anderson made U-M history as first Black female speaker, and Slaughterhouse Five was freed from a school ban in Michigan.

Detroit Fire & Rising from Ashes | June 11

On this day in 1805, Detroit was nearly destroyed by a great fire—but the town rose from the ashes, inspiring its enduring motto of hope.