The stories of Lake County, MI
7 narrated audio stories from across Lake County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
Shrine of the Pines
Where Twisted Wood Became Art
How one woodworker turned Michigan rootwood into a Baldwin landmark.
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Arthur Braggs and Idlewild’s Summer Stage
How one bandleader helped keep Idlewild’s entertainment spirit alive.
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Where Black Vacationers Built Their Own Paradise
How Idlewild became a refuge, a resort, and a rare place to belong.
Pere Marquette River
Guarding the Pere Marquette
How wardens protected a famous trout river near Baldwin.
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Where Black Eden Lit Up the Night
How Idlewild became a summer refuge and a stage.
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Where Idlewild Taught the Show
How Arthur Braggs turned a resort stage into a proving ground.
Idlewild Historic District
Where Black Families Made Summer Their Own
A resort community built for freedom during Jim Crow.
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