Michigan History
Automotive
The UP
Michigan Foods - 2
Michigan Foods - 3
100
Michigan became a state in this year.
What is 1837?
100
This automotive company produced the "Model T" from October 1, 1908, to May 26, 1927. You can take a ride in one at Greenfield Village in Dearborn.
Who is Ford Motor Company?
100
A nickname for anyone living in the UP (Upper Peninsula).
What is a Yooper?
100
This company would not only become Detroit’s largest brewer, but the third largest in the country. It started brewing in the1860's and had a good run staying in business until 1999 when they sold their company to Miller and Pabst.
FUN FACT: The site of their former Detroit factory is now called Brewery Park. Several offices are there, including the GSSEM Detroit Service Center!
What is Stroh's Brewing Company.
100
As the story goes, James Vernor, a clerk in a drug store in Detroit, was experimenting with a recipe to make his own Ginger Ale, a non-alcoholic version of Ginger Beer imported from Ireland. His creation resulted in this...
What is Vernors?
200
Michigan's first FEMALE Governor. She served from 2003 to 2011. (P.S. She was born in Canada!)
Who is Jennifer Granholm?
200
Henry Ford perfected this manufacturing process to make building cars more efficient.
What is the assembly line?
200
This name of the bridge connects Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
What is The International Bridge?
200
A family-owned dairy processor based in Northville, Michigan. All of their dairy products begin at a single, family-owned farm right here in Michigan. They have been a staple in Michigan fridges for over 80 years. Locals love to visit their store front for hand-dipped ice cream, although you can also buy their products at most grocery stores too!
Who is Guernsey Farms Dairy?
200
This soft drink company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, was founded in 1907. Today they have over 50 flavors! Red Pop is their #1 selling flavor.
What is Faygo?
300
This man was from Grand Rapids, he played football at the University of Michigan, was a Eagle Scout (Boy Scout), and although he was never our Governor, he was the 38th US president.
Who is Gerald Ford?
300
General Motors, the Ford Motor Company and Chrysler are often referred to as the ____ ____.
What are "The Big Three"?
300
The largest town in the Upper Peninsula.
What is Marquette?
300
This pickle company started in Imlay City, Michigan in 1942.
Who is Vlasic?
300
This family owned business was founded in 1924 as the first company in America to import and roast pistachio nuts. Now in it's 4th generation of family ownership, this company roasts in-house a full line of nuts, seeds and coffees in Detroit’s Eastern Market District.
What is Germack?
400
This town was Michigan's first capital city. It served as the state capital from 1835 to 1847. It was later moved to Lansing to make it easier to defend, to promote settlement in the inner regions of the state, and to make it more assessable to the entire state.
What is Detroit?
400
FACT: 21% of all U.S. auto production occurs in Michigan. 98 of the top 100 automotive suppliers to North America have a presence in Michigan, and 65 are headquartered here.
For this reason, Michigan is referred to as the ______ ______ of the World.
What is "the Auto Capital of the world"?
400
Lake Superior's oldest lighthouse has been operating since the 1800s, it is said to be the most important light station on the lake. The Edmund Fitzgerald (which sank in 1975 losing it's entire crew) is located in about 17 miles northwest of this location - which now also is the home to The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum.
What is Whitefish Point?
400
The UP is famous for this this portable meal, which includes a pastry crust, filled with meat, potatoes and root vegetables. They became popular way back in the 1800s when miners would place them in their pockets and save them for their lunch later in the day.
What is a Pasty?
400
Located on the west side of the state, this ice cream company (named after the town it is in) has been making ice cream since 1926. They have 26 core flavors, but also make rotating seasonal options too.
What is Hudsonville?
500
Founded in 1817, This is the oldest institution of higher education in the state.
What is the University of Michigan?
500
North American International Auto Show is widely regarded as one of the automotive industry's most important events. The event is know called the ________ ________ ________.
What is "The Detroit Auto Show"?
500
A famous scenic/tourist location is this natural spring has crystal clear turquoise water. You are not allowed to swim or boat in it, but there is a (free) pulley-raft ride you can take across its 200-ft. length. This
What is Kitch-iti-kipi?
500
This brand of nut and snack items is headquartered in Madison Heights, Michigan. They were originally located in Detroit, was incorporated in 1939 from a business that had been distributing nut and snack items throughout Michigan since 1933.
Who is Kar's Nuts?
500
Stroh's Ice Cream in Detroit, Michigan invited this flavor of ice cream in the early 20th century. They combined three different flavors to make this yummy summer treat!
What is Superman?