Brianne Turczynski

Hog Island and Detroit’s ‘park question’: A brief history of Belle Isle

In 1870, Detroit had a problem. The City Council had the desire and funds to build a leisure park in…

4 years ago

The mysterious origin of Detroit’s Jesuit pear trees

Today, Jesuit pear trees are considered a treasure of Detroit's natural history and preservation efforts are underway.

4 years ago

Lost but not forgotten: The legendary Michigan grayling

Old fishing tales passed down through generations eulogize a fish sought after for its magnificent beauty, delicious meat, and ravenous…

5 years ago