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The Castle Museum of Saginaw County History was a post office and is now a history museum. Designed to look like a French chateau.
Today we indulge in the art of Margaret Rorke's poetry...and the delicious opportunity to cover things in cheese. Follow along with us as we learn about the lady behind the poetry and taste test a cheesy potato dish...#historicrecipes
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November 16, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Today we indulge in the art of Margaret Rorke's poetry...and the delicious opportunity to cover things in cheese. Follow along with us as we learn about the lady behind the poetry and taste test a cheesy potato dish...#historicrecipes
https://loom.ly/OMZ8T_Q
https://loom.ly/OMZ8T_Q
The Artifact: A photograph of Gratiot Court, circa 1926
Gratiot Court was platted in 1925 and the homes in this image were constructed by October 17, 1926...For the full story, visit our Facebook Page #ArtifactSat
Gratiot Court was platted in 1925 and the homes in this image were constructed by October 17, 1926...For the full story, visit our Facebook Page #ArtifactSat
November 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The Artifact: A photograph of Gratiot Court, circa 1926
Gratiot Court was platted in 1925 and the homes in this image were constructed by October 17, 1926...For the full story, visit our Facebook Page #ArtifactSat
Gratiot Court was platted in 1925 and the homes in this image were constructed by October 17, 1926...For the full story, visit our Facebook Page #ArtifactSat
If you're not busy sitting in a treestand this morning, join Ms. Kristi for our #HandsonHistory event, 11/15, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. where guests can explore the world of handmade and antique toys. Come by and play with a toy from your childhood, or expose your kids to an era before Lanky Box.
November 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
If you're not busy sitting in a treestand this morning, join Ms. Kristi for our #HandsonHistory event, 11/15, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. where guests can explore the world of handmade and antique toys. Come by and play with a toy from your childhood, or expose your kids to an era before Lanky Box.
We all know what tomorrow is... Good luck, hunters! Hopefully, Widget didn't ruin too many of those trail pics... #Michiganholiday
November 14, 2025 at 7:30 PM
We all know what tomorrow is... Good luck, hunters! Hopefully, Widget didn't ruin too many of those trail pics... #Michiganholiday
Join Ms. Kristi for our #HandsonHistory event tomorrow, 11/15, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. where guests can explore the world of handmade and antique toys. Come by and play with a toy from your childhood, or expose your kids to the thrill of a jack-in-the-box--the original jump scare, am I right?
November 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Join Ms. Kristi for our #HandsonHistory event tomorrow, 11/15, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. where guests can explore the world of handmade and antique toys. Come by and play with a toy from your childhood, or expose your kids to the thrill of a jack-in-the-box--the original jump scare, am I right?
It's another adventure for our littlest patrons--Preschool Story Time: Native American Pinch Pots! Bring your kiddos later this morning, 11/13, at 11 a.m. for a fun story time with Ms. Kristi, followed by a chance to get your hands dirty and create a fun pinch pot! #preschoolstorytime
November 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
It's another adventure for our littlest patrons--Preschool Story Time: Native American Pinch Pots! Bring your kiddos later this morning, 11/13, at 11 a.m. for a fun story time with Ms. Kristi, followed by a chance to get your hands dirty and create a fun pinch pot! #preschoolstorytime
It's another adventure for our littlest patrons--Preschool Story Time: Native American Pinch Pots! Bring your kiddos tomorrow, 11/13, at 11 a.m. for a fun story time with Ms. Kristi, followed by a chance to get your hands dirty and create a fun pinch pot! #preschoolstorytime 🍯
November 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM
It's another adventure for our littlest patrons--Preschool Story Time: Native American Pinch Pots! Bring your kiddos tomorrow, 11/13, at 11 a.m. for a fun story time with Ms. Kristi, followed by a chance to get your hands dirty and create a fun pinch pot! #preschoolstorytime 🍯
Today, we recognize those who have served our country. Thank YOU so much for your service. We honored the legacy of Michigan veterans and Veterans Day today with a special #LunchandLearn by the Michigan Heroes Museum. You can watch the live replay on our YouTube channel at: https://loom.ly/mTcCa0g
November 11, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Today, we recognize those who have served our country. Thank YOU so much for your service. We honored the legacy of Michigan veterans and Veterans Day today with a special #LunchandLearn by the Michigan Heroes Museum. You can watch the live replay on our YouTube channel at: https://loom.ly/mTcCa0g
Today is Veterans Day! We'll be celebrating our service men and women with a fun #LunchandLearn program later today, Tuesday, November 11, at noon with the Michigan Heroes Museum. Bring your lunch or just yourself and join us! 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Today is Veterans Day! We'll be celebrating our service men and women with a fun #LunchandLearn program later today, Tuesday, November 11, at noon with the Michigan Heroes Museum. Bring your lunch or just yourself and join us! 🇺🇸
Hey, what happened with the weather? Brrr. The boiler is cranked up here at the Castle, and we're ready to provide another week of soul-warming events for the community! Don't miss out! Join us for these fun, FREE activities! #castlefun
November 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Hey, what happened with the weather? Brrr. The boiler is cranked up here at the Castle, and we're ready to provide another week of soul-warming events for the community! Don't miss out! Join us for these fun, FREE activities! #castlefun
Last week, we thrilled you with our post about H.J. Heinz and the Heinz Saginaw factory. This week, we're continuing our look at the Heinz family with a closer look at another Saginaw-Heinz connection--Mrs. Elizabeth Rust Heinz...#historicrecipes
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https://loom.ly/uFO25GU
November 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Last week, we thrilled you with our post about H.J. Heinz and the Heinz Saginaw factory. This week, we're continuing our look at the Heinz family with a closer look at another Saginaw-Heinz connection--Mrs. Elizabeth Rust Heinz...#historicrecipes
https://loom.ly/uFO25GU
https://loom.ly/uFO25GU
The Artifact: A Photograph of the Jarvis-Yawkey Court, circa 1958.
The Jarvis–Yawkey Court, an open shopping court providing space for shops, offices and apartments, ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #Artifactsat
The Jarvis–Yawkey Court, an open shopping court providing space for shops, offices and apartments, ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #Artifactsat
November 8, 2025 at 4:56 PM
The Artifact: A Photograph of the Jarvis-Yawkey Court, circa 1958.
The Jarvis–Yawkey Court, an open shopping court providing space for shops, offices and apartments, ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #Artifactsat
The Jarvis–Yawkey Court, an open shopping court providing space for shops, offices and apartments, ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #Artifactsat
Next week is Veteran's Day! We'll be celebrating our service men and women with a fun #LunchandLearn program on Tuesday, November 11 at noon with the Michigan Heroes Museum. Bring your lunch or just yourself and join us! 🇺🇸
November 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Next week is Veteran's Day! We'll be celebrating our service men and women with a fun #LunchandLearn program on Tuesday, November 11 at noon with the Michigan Heroes Museum. Bring your lunch or just yourself and join us! 🇺🇸
If you haven't stopped in to see our newest exhibit in West Gallery yet, make time to take a peek. Women's Night Out features a unique group of Goodrich Brothers photos that leave the viewer intrigued and asking for more. They're really fun. We're open 7 days a week, so swing by! #exhibitexcitement
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
If you haven't stopped in to see our newest exhibit in West Gallery yet, make time to take a peek. Women's Night Out features a unique group of Goodrich Brothers photos that leave the viewer intrigued and asking for more. They're really fun. We're open 7 days a week, so swing by! #exhibitexcitement
Tomorrow night, 11/6, at 6:30 p.m. is the November meeting of the Saginaw Valley Archaeological Society here at the Castle Museum! Join guest speaker Ryan Baker to hear about the upcoming exhibit he's been working on regarding Bridgeport Area archaeological finds. #getdirty
November 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Tomorrow night, 11/6, at 6:30 p.m. is the November meeting of the Saginaw Valley Archaeological Society here at the Castle Museum! Join guest speaker Ryan Baker to hear about the upcoming exhibit he's been working on regarding Bridgeport Area archaeological finds. #getdirty
While it might seem like there isn't much happening this week, it's all that behind-the-scenes magic that makes our museum YOUR museum. ❤️
-Don't forget to VOTE on Tuesday, 11/4
-Join the Saginaw Valley Chapter of the MI Archaeological Society , 11/6, at 6:30 p.m.
-Don't forget to VOTE on Tuesday, 11/4
-Join the Saginaw Valley Chapter of the MI Archaeological Society , 11/6, at 6:30 p.m.
November 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
While it might seem like there isn't much happening this week, it's all that behind-the-scenes magic that makes our museum YOUR museum. ❤️
-Don't forget to VOTE on Tuesday, 11/4
-Join the Saginaw Valley Chapter of the MI Archaeological Society , 11/6, at 6:30 p.m.
-Don't forget to VOTE on Tuesday, 11/4
-Join the Saginaw Valley Chapter of the MI Archaeological Society , 11/6, at 6:30 p.m.
The average American consumes roughly 71 pounds of ketchup annually, on everything from fries to (gasp) steak--and undoubtedly, we have the Heinz Company to thank for that--but did you know that Heinz also has a Saginaw connection?...#historicrecipes https://loom.ly/A0g2eco
November 2, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The average American consumes roughly 71 pounds of ketchup annually, on everything from fries to (gasp) steak--and undoubtedly, we have the Heinz Company to thank for that--but did you know that Heinz also has a Saginaw connection?...#historicrecipes https://loom.ly/A0g2eco
The Artifact: An Advertisement for Dr. F.B. Florentine’s Hospital for Women
“Dr. Florentine is about to open a private hospital for women, and will be ready for patients about October 10.” (The Saginaw Evening News, ... #ArtifactSat
For the full story, visit our FB Page!
“Dr. Florentine is about to open a private hospital for women, and will be ready for patients about October 10.” (The Saginaw Evening News, ... #ArtifactSat
For the full story, visit our FB Page!
November 1, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The Artifact: An Advertisement for Dr. F.B. Florentine’s Hospital for Women
“Dr. Florentine is about to open a private hospital for women, and will be ready for patients about October 10.” (The Saginaw Evening News, ... #ArtifactSat
For the full story, visit our FB Page!
“Dr. Florentine is about to open a private hospital for women, and will be ready for patients about October 10.” (The Saginaw Evening News, ... #ArtifactSat
For the full story, visit our FB Page!
You've seen the holiday decorations at the D.G.--and you know it's coming--but so are our November events! Join us for one or all this November and see what holiday magic awaits in our historic halls... for all the details, visit castlemuseum.org #November2025
October 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM
You've seen the holiday decorations at the D.G.--and you know it's coming--but so are our November events! Join us for one or all this November and see what holiday magic awaits in our historic halls... for all the details, visit castlemuseum.org #November2025
Don't forget to join our friends at Hoyt Library, next door to the Castle, for their 135th anniversary this weekend, November 1! Our very own Tom Trombley will be giving a talk on the building's history at 11 a.m. to kick off the day. #Saginawesome
October 29, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Don't forget to join our friends at Hoyt Library, next door to the Castle, for their 135th anniversary this weekend, November 1! Our very own Tom Trombley will be giving a talk on the building's history at 11 a.m. to kick off the day. #Saginawesome
The Castle Museum has a new staff member! We are excited to announce that Widget, our beaver mascot, has come to life! You can grab your selfie with our furry friend at the upcoming Holidays in the Heart of the City event on November 21 #newbeaverontheblock #widget
October 28, 2025 at 5:04 PM
The Castle Museum has a new staff member! We are excited to announce that Widget, our beaver mascot, has come to life! You can grab your selfie with our furry friend at the upcoming Holidays in the Heart of the City event on November 21 #newbeaverontheblock #widget
Happy Halloween week, Castle friends! The veil is thin this week, but we've got a great Lunch & Learn planned for tomorrow, 10/28, where guests (and ghosts?) will be able to view the film, Purple: Organized Crime in a Small Town at noon. Then on November 1, our friends at Hoyt celebrate 135 years!
October 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Happy Halloween week, Castle friends! The veil is thin this week, but we've got a great Lunch & Learn planned for tomorrow, 10/28, where guests (and ghosts?) will be able to view the film, Purple: Organized Crime in a Small Town at noon. Then on November 1, our friends at Hoyt celebrate 135 years!
To round out National Restaurant Month, we're venturing out from the city toward Bridgeport to the High Life Inn. Famous for its garlic bread, good times, and cozy dining experience, the High Life Inn served the Saginaw community meals for over four decades.
October 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
To round out National Restaurant Month, we're venturing out from the city toward Bridgeport to the High Life Inn. Famous for its garlic bread, good times, and cozy dining experience, the High Life Inn served the Saginaw community meals for over four decades.
The Artifact: A Photograph of the Pouring Crew at Malleable Iron, 1920
Taken just a few years after the establishment of Malleable Iron Foundry, this photograph was recently donated to the museum and came with the following ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
Taken just a few years after the establishment of Malleable Iron Foundry, this photograph was recently donated to the museum and came with the following ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
October 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: A Photograph of the Pouring Crew at Malleable Iron, 1920
Taken just a few years after the establishment of Malleable Iron Foundry, this photograph was recently donated to the museum and came with the following ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
Taken just a few years after the establishment of Malleable Iron Foundry, this photograph was recently donated to the museum and came with the following ...for the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
🎃🍂 Down at the Castle Museum #SwagShop, fall has settled in like a cat on a sunny windowsill. The air smells faintly of cider and history, and Widget’s Bargain Bin is looking particularly cheerful — brimming with color tees for just $5. 👻
#SwagShop #Saginawesome
#SwagShop #Saginawesome
October 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🎃🍂 Down at the Castle Museum #SwagShop, fall has settled in like a cat on a sunny windowsill. The air smells faintly of cider and history, and Widget’s Bargain Bin is looking particularly cheerful — brimming with color tees for just $5. 👻
#SwagShop #Saginawesome
#SwagShop #Saginawesome