Michigan, which is the only bi-peninsular state in America, is split into two part by the Great Lakes, giving it one of its nicknames, the Great Lakes State. Michigan is also known as the Wolverine State, the Automotive State, and the Winter Water Wonderland. From the capital of Lansing to the largest city, Detroit, there are homes for sale and excellent real estate available in prime locations at great prices. Michigan is home to a great deal of history, from the prehistoric colonization and long lasting civilization of the American Indians to the colonial period of French and English influence to the later colonizations by further waves of American and European immigrants. This cultural diversity is reflected in the culture, arts, and celebrations of Michigan, setting it apart as a great place to experience America for the melting pot that it is.
Detroit’s preeminent tourist attraction is named after Henry Ford, who is arguably its most famous and successful native son. He invented the assembly line style of industrial assembly and created the Ford motor company, as well as amassing an impressive personal collection of famous articles and the personal effects of historical figures, which are now on display at his own museum. While in Detroit, you should also visit the Automotive Hall of Fame, the Henry Ford Estate, the Detroit Historical Museum, the Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Historical Museum, and the small town of Ludington. Other attractions in Michigan are the city of Ann Arbor, Colonial Michilimackinac, Historic Mill Creek, Mackinac Island, Fort Mackinac, and the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum.