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In an unassuming corner in downtown Ann Arbor, there is a work of art tucked away in a mundane alleyway. Off of East Liberty Street, down an alley next to the Michigan Theater, numerous artists have collaborated to create a wall to wall graffiti masterpiece. Graffiti Alley, as it’s known to locals, has been a mainstay of Ann Arbor street art for the past 20 years. While Graffiti Alley is now a hub for all artists to explore their creativity, it wasn’t always this way.
Read MoreFresh produce, pungent spices, and delicate herbs. You can find all this and more at Detroit, Michigan’s Eastern Market.
Keep reading to discover the history and beauty of this incredible space.
Read MoreEveryday thousands of people bustle to work in the city that is home to some of the top companies, such as the Ford Motor Company, Carhatt, LaFontaine, Al Wissam, and more. It’s also home to the smell of fresh baked bread and desserts as you hear the native languages of small business owners, many of whose families have been here since the early twentieth century. The same city boasts the longest running full time bird research station in North America, documenting the sightings of 250 species of birds. And in between the companies and headquarters are wide open fields of sunflowers and soybeans that a variety of birds, bees, butterflies, foxes, and other animals call home.
Read MoreLilacs on Mackinac Island are a draw for many visitors. Each year, the Lilac Festival is a 10 day celebration, the first and largest summer event on the island. The island is home to all 23 lilac species, 400+ varieties, and thousands of individual lilac plants.
Read MoreWe care deeply about the planet and creating a business that gives back to nature. That’s why we’re thrilled to share that we’re partnering with One Tree Planted to plant a tree for every order placed in 2020.
Read MoreIf you are looking for a break from the noise, pollution, and constant motion of everyday life, Mackinac Island is the perfect getaway. Here, you can relax, enjoy beautiful scenery and views of the Great Lakes, and indulge on world-famous fudge.
Read MoreDuring the manufacturing process, assembly line workers in the budding auto industry would spray the cars in excess, as a means of working as quickly as possible to keep up with the growing demand. Each car would drip it’s own color of enamel paint on the moving assembly line, and the layers of drip would be rolled into the drying oven with the vehicles themselves. Over a brief period of time, the various colors formed the layers you see in these specimens.
Read MoreI had a great time during my much needed getaway - visiting Mackinac Island, crossing the 'Mighty Mac' over to the Upper Peninsula, taking the Pictured Rocks boat tour, and seeing a ship go through the Soo Locks!
Read MoreSummer is just around the corner, heralding sunny days, warm nights, barbecues, and America’s favorite patriotic holiday: the 4th of July! We all have our favorite Independence Day pastimes – whether it be a relaxing boating trip out on your favorite lake, climbing the Sleeping Bear Dunes with the kids, or splashing around in the clear waters of Lake Michigan – but all can agree that the most spectacular experiences that 4thof July has to offer are the fireworks.
Read MoreGrand Rapids is not just a city with a rich history. It also has a rich present and future, like the holographic nature of our Grand Rapids nail polish. There is always something new in Grand Rapids, especially when it comes to beer and food.
Read MoreThe Holland Tulip Time Festival has been an integral part of the culture of Holland, Michigan for nearly a century.
Read MoreWhile it was once known as “The Paris of the Midwest,” Detroit’s lasting nickname is from its most impactful industry – automobiles. The auto industry began in Detroit, and transformed the city and the world. In a matter of decades, Detroit grew to be the fourth largest city in the United States.
Read MoreSand dunes, lighthouses, small towns, and Lake Michigan highlight the 116-mile drive along the state’s most notable highway.
Read MoreBeautiful, magical, shimmering —these three words describe not only Northern Nail Polish’s Pictured Rocks polish, but also the lakeshore which inspired it.
Read MoreConsidering the elegance and beauty of Michigan’s lighthouses, it’s no wonder why they attract visitors from near and far. Coming in all shapes, sizes, and colors, these historic landmarks are a symbol of light, strength, and comfort.
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