2008 Is the Year of the Car
On September 16, 1908, Billy Durant founded General Motors. Two weeks later, Henry Ford sold his first Model T. The "2008: Year of the Car" is a summer-long auto-tourism festival in southeastern Michigan to celebrate these momentous centennials and offer residents and tourists an unprecedented palate of auto-themed attractions.

2008: Year of the Car - Trivia

A Fair Share of Pure Michigan Fun
Two peninsulas, two state fairs. Michigan boasts the oldest state fair in the United States, and is the only state with two such blue ribbon events. In addition, Michigan offers more than 86 local and county fairs that showcase the state’s agricultural industry to some 5 million fair visitors each year.

A Superior Peninsula
There are a number of reasons Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is called Superior. Connected to the Lower Peninsula via the graceful Mackinac Bridge, the “U.P.” is surrounded by the Great Lakes Huron, Michigan, and Superior.

Affordable Getaways
Looking for a great summer travel deal? Then, you’ll want to check out our Pure Michigan one-tank trips.

An Artful Pure Michigan Summer
This summer look for a host of unique, entertaining and artful events throughout Michigan. Art fairs are perfect family events that give adults an opportunity to see a vast array of original works by artists from Michigan and beyond. Kids can participate in creative make and take workshops, and everyone can enjoy entertainment and food. Make an art fair visit during your Pure Michigan vacation this summer, or plan a road trip for an artful weekend. Artists from around the country will share their talents, offering works in oil, watercolor and acrylic paintings, fiber art, photography, pastels, wood, ceramics, porcelain, glass, jewelry, metal and wire sculpture, and mixed media.

August Celebrations
Magic, powwows, jazz and sword swallowing--in Michigan, there's always something fun to do! And, there's always a celebration. Don't know where to start? We've highlighted a number of festive celebrations taking place around the state over the next month. We'll see you soon.

Autopalooza August
August 2008 promises to drive you to southeast Michigan for bumper to bumper activities as no less than five major automotive events convene here this summer for car enthusiasts and their families.

Award Winning Golf Schools
Recognized as "America's Summer Golf Capital", Michigan is home to many award winning golf schools.

Between Friends - Five Favorite (but not-so-secret) Fly-Fishing Spots in Michigan Revealed
Learn the five favorite fly-fishing spots in Michigan from award-winning writer Jerry Dennis.