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Shorpy Saturday – Stag Swim: 1903

Posted on September 6, 2014 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck The summer is drawing to a close. Enjoy a timeless photo of youth enjoying the waters at Belle Isle. Take a look at the photograph entitled “Stag Swim: 1903“: Detroit circa 1903. “Swimming pool, Belle Isle Park, evidently.” … Continue reading →

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Shorpy Saturday – Noble Riggers: 1906

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck Aside from news of the possible sale of art from the D.I.A. to satisfy creditors, news of a Belle Isle lease has been filling the news airwaves for months. Now that the ink has dried on a … Continue reading →

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Renovated Belle Isle Nature Zoo Looks Like a Million

Posted on October 29, 2013 by The Woodward Spine

DETROIT, Mich. – The Belle Isle Nature Zoo has undergone more than $1 million in renovations, with improvements that include restoration of the facility’s infrastructure, eco-friendly updates and new landscaping. Years of use and harsh weather made the upgrades to … Continue reading →

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Shorpy Saturday – A Toast: 1940

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck “A picture is worth a thousand words” is very fitting when it comes to this weekends photograph. The Detroit Yacht Club continues to be a hot spot during the summer months for all ages. A lot has … Continue reading →

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Become a Member Today!

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck I’ve written about this subject before but as I travel throughout the year to new places I am always reminded how important it is to support our local attractions. In hard times and in good these great … Continue reading →