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Reviving Idlewild: The Griers Are Rebuilding The Historically Black Town For Future Generations

Reviving Idlewild: The Griers Are Rebuilding The Historically Black Town For Future Generations

Two former residents of Idlewild, Michigan, are joining forces to revitalize the historic Black community once known for its thriving businesses, schools, and cultural vibrancy.

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Idlewild, the 'Black Eden' of northern Michigan, begins paving its comeback

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Idlewild was a popular resort town for African Americans during the early twentieth century. At its peak in the 40s and 50s, over 30,000 people would descend on the town during the summer. The nightclubs were a huge draw, hosting prominent entertainers such as Aretha Franklin, The Four Tops, and Etta James. When the Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964 and segregation ended, Idlewild went into decline. Today, Idlewild is not a complete ghost town. Its pristine lakes remain home to a few hundred p

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Our experiences on the third floor of the Casa Blanca Hotel really put the ’wild’ in Idlewild, Michigan. We encountered poltergeist activity, something we’ve only come across a couple times in the past decade. | Detroit Paranormal Expeditions

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