Adrian’s Turn-of-the-Century Story

Step back into early 20th-century Adrian, Michigan, through rare postcard images and a compelling historical narrative. This videocast reveals eight moments that shaped the “Maple City,” from the bustling streets of Main Street to the quiet halls of Adrian College.

See how the 1912 Lion Motor Works fire ended Adrian’s bid to join the auto industry, visit the Industrial Home for Girls, and stand on the platform of the Lake Shore Railroad Depot. Travel the old U.S. 223 to The Wigwam roadside attraction, and witness the town’s pride during its 1925 centennial celebration.

If you love Michigan history, small-town stories, and archival photography brought to life, this episode is for you.

📜 Watch, listen, and learn how Adrian balanced ambition, tradition, and change

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