St. Clair County, Michigan
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Colony Tower Complex
Colony Tower Complex (Boundary Increase)
Davidson, Wilbur F., House
Federal Building
Fort Gratiot Lighthouse
Grand Trunk Western Railroad Depot
Harrington Hotel
Howard Block
HURON (lightship)
Indian Trail Road-Belle River Bridge
Jeddo Road-South Branch Mill Creek Drain Bridge
Ladies of the Maccabees Building
Marine City City Hall
Marine City Water Works
Masters Road-Belle River Bridge
McColl, James, House
Military Road Historic District
Seventh Street-Black River Bridge
Smith, LeRoy, House
St. Clair Flats South Channel Range Lights
St. Clair Inn
St. Clair River Tunnel
USCGC BRAMBLE (cutter)
Vernier Street-Swan Creek Bridge
Wadhams Road-Pine River Bridge
Ward-Holland House
All Aboard!
Almont Society of the New Church
Bridging the Blue Waters
C. H. Wills & Company
Capac's Early Railroad Depots/The Fourth Capac Depot
Christopher Columbus Smith / Garfield A. "Gar" Wood
Civil War Memorial
Clay Township Library
Cole United Methodist Church
Colony Tower
Customhouse
David and Laura Lester House
Diamond Crystal Salt Company
East China Fractional District No. 2 School
Edison Homesite
First Baptist Church
First Congregational Church
Fort Gratiot Light
Fort Gratiot Light
Fort St. Joseph
Great Storm of 1913 and Sailors Memorial
Greenwood Cemetery
Hammond American Legion Post 8 Memorial
Harrington Hotel
Heritage Square Historic District
Holy Cross Parish
Huron Lightship
Immaculate Conception of Blessed Virgin Mary
Immigration
Intersection of Military Road and Indian Reservation
James McColl House
Keepers Duties
Kovatch Korner
Lake Huron Water Supply Project / Tunnel Explosion
Learning from Lake Huron
Making Tracks
Marine City
Methodist Episcopal Church
Native Americans
Newport Academy
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish / John F. Farrell
Paul Torney and Michigan Historical Markers
Pêche Island Rear Range Light
Port Huron Public Library
Sacred Heart Cemetery
Saint Andrew's Parish / Saint Andrew's Church
Seeing the Light
Sending a Signal
Ships on the St. Clair
Soldiers and Sailors Boulder
St. Clair River Habitat Restoration
St. Clair River Habitat Restoration
St. Mary's Cemetery
St. Mary's Church
St. Mary's Rectory
The 1971 Water Tunnel Explosion Memorial
The Old School Bell
The Storm
The Yale Expositor
The "John S. Martin"
Thomas Alva Edison
Tom Edison at Grand Trunk
Underground Railroad
Wales Township Hall
Water Speed Capital
Wilderness Outpost
Yale Historical Murals
In the 18th century, St. Clair County became an important trading post for French fur traders. The region was also a battleground during the French and Indian War, with several conflicts taking place near the Fort Gratiot area. In the late 18th century, the area came under British control following the Treaty of Paris.
The 19th century brought significant changes to St. Clair County. It became a center for shipbuilding and trade as pioneers and settlers from the east began to migrate to Michigan. The construction of the Erie Canal in the 1820s further boosted economic activity in the region by connecting ports along the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean.
During the American Civil War, St. Clair County played a significant role in supporting the Union cause. The area saw a surge in industrialization, with factories producing munitions, ships, and other supplies for the war effort. Following the war, St. Clair County continued to grow and develop, becoming an important hub for agriculture, manufacturing, and commerce.
Today, St. Clair County retains a strong sense of its past while also embracing modernization and economic diversification. Its historical sites, such as the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse and the Thomas Edison Depot Museum, attract visitors interested in learning about the county's rich heritage. The region's natural beauty, with its lakes, rivers, and parks, offer recreational opportunities for locals and tourists alike. St. Clair County remains a vibrant and dynamic part of Michigan, with a bright future ahead.
Brief timeline of the history of St. Clair County, Michigan:
- St. Clair County was established in 1820.
- In 1821, Port Huron became the county seat.
- In the early 1830s, the area was settled by European immigrants.
- In 1848, the Grand Trunk Railroad reached Port Huron, boosting economic growth.
- During the late 1800s, St. Clair County became a major shipping hub for lumber and agricultural products.
- In 1957, the Blue Water Bridge connecting Port Huron to Canada was opened.
- Throughout the 20th century, the county's economy diversified with industries such as automotive manufacturing and tourism.
- In recent years, St. Clair County has focused on promoting outdoor recreational activities, attracting visitors and residents alike.
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of St. Clair County, Michigan.