The Artifact: A Snapshot of the Construction of the Pachuta
“The Steamer Lake Pachuta, first of the Saginaw Shipbuilding Company’s merchantmen, floats Saturday on the muddy waters of the Saginaw River....Visit our Facebook for the rest of the story...#ArtifactSat
“The Steamer Lake Pachuta, first of the Saginaw Shipbuilding Company’s merchantmen, floats Saturday on the muddy waters of the Saginaw River....Visit our Facebook for the rest of the story...#ArtifactSat
August 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: A Snapshot of the Construction of the Pachuta
“The Steamer Lake Pachuta, first of the Saginaw Shipbuilding Company’s merchantmen, floats Saturday on the muddy waters of the Saginaw River....Visit our Facebook for the rest of the story...#ArtifactSat
“The Steamer Lake Pachuta, first of the Saginaw Shipbuilding Company’s merchantmen, floats Saturday on the muddy waters of the Saginaw River....Visit our Facebook for the rest of the story...#ArtifactSat
The Artifact: Mershon-Whittier Natatorium
“The site for this swimming pool is the old Whittier mill property at the west end of the Johnson Street bridge, ... ” #ArtifactSat
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“The site for this swimming pool is the old Whittier mill property at the west end of the Johnson Street bridge, ... ” #ArtifactSat
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August 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
The Artifact: Mershon-Whittier Natatorium
“The site for this swimming pool is the old Whittier mill property at the west end of the Johnson Street bridge, ... ” #ArtifactSat
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“The site for this swimming pool is the old Whittier mill property at the west end of the Johnson Street bridge, ... ” #ArtifactSat
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The Artifact: A Matchbook from the Pioneer Club
“In tribute to its development and its place in Saginaw activities, the Pioneer club, when beer again became legal in Michigan last year, was the first to obtain a club license...” For the full story, visit our Facebook Page!
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“In tribute to its development and its place in Saginaw activities, the Pioneer club, when beer again became legal in Michigan last year, was the first to obtain a club license...” For the full story, visit our Facebook Page!
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July 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: A Matchbook from the Pioneer Club
“In tribute to its development and its place in Saginaw activities, the Pioneer club, when beer again became legal in Michigan last year, was the first to obtain a club license...” For the full story, visit our Facebook Page!
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“In tribute to its development and its place in Saginaw activities, the Pioneer club, when beer again became legal in Michigan last year, was the first to obtain a club license...” For the full story, visit our Facebook Page!
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The Artifact: Can You Find Temperance Hall in this c. 1887 Photograph of Saginaw City
“Fred W. Case, president of W.L. Case Co., and his son, Winfred L. Case, often have looked at the cornerstone on the first building..."#ArtifactSat
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“Fred W. Case, president of W.L. Case Co., and his son, Winfred L. Case, often have looked at the cornerstone on the first building..."#ArtifactSat
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July 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: Can You Find Temperance Hall in this c. 1887 Photograph of Saginaw City
“Fred W. Case, president of W.L. Case Co., and his son, Winfred L. Case, often have looked at the cornerstone on the first building..."#ArtifactSat
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“Fred W. Case, president of W.L. Case Co., and his son, Winfred L. Case, often have looked at the cornerstone on the first building..."#ArtifactSat
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Andersen Pool – c. 1950 Postcards
Located on Ezra Rust Drive in Rust Park, Andersen Pool was dedicated in 1943. Planning for the pool had started by the early 1930s. However, in the midst of the Great Depression, . For the rest of the story, visit our FB Page! #ArtifactSat
Located on Ezra Rust Drive in Rust Park, Andersen Pool was dedicated in 1943. Planning for the pool had started by the early 1930s. However, in the midst of the Great Depression, . For the rest of the story, visit our FB Page! #ArtifactSat
August 2, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Andersen Pool – c. 1950 Postcards
Located on Ezra Rust Drive in Rust Park, Andersen Pool was dedicated in 1943. Planning for the pool had started by the early 1930s. However, in the midst of the Great Depression, . For the rest of the story, visit our FB Page! #ArtifactSat
Located on Ezra Rust Drive in Rust Park, Andersen Pool was dedicated in 1943. Planning for the pool had started by the early 1930s. However, in the midst of the Great Depression, . For the rest of the story, visit our FB Page! #ArtifactSat
The Artifact: “Genesee Avenue Looking West From Genesee Avenue., Saginaw, Mich,” circa 1936.
For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Feed, today and every Saturday for another great #ArtifactSat post
For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Feed, today and every Saturday for another great #ArtifactSat post
August 16, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The Artifact: “Genesee Avenue Looking West From Genesee Avenue., Saginaw, Mich,” circa 1936.
For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Feed, today and every Saturday for another great #ArtifactSat post
For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Feed, today and every Saturday for another great #ArtifactSat post
The Artifact: That Line in the Wall of The Bancroft
If you have ever studied the north (East Genesee Avenue) side of the Bancroft Luxury Apartments Building, you may have noticed a vertical line in the brickwork. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
If you have ever studied the north (East Genesee Avenue) side of the Bancroft Luxury Apartments Building, you may have noticed a vertical line in the brickwork. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
June 14, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: That Line in the Wall of The Bancroft
If you have ever studied the north (East Genesee Avenue) side of the Bancroft Luxury Apartments Building, you may have noticed a vertical line in the brickwork. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
If you have ever studied the north (East Genesee Avenue) side of the Bancroft Luxury Apartments Building, you may have noticed a vertical line in the brickwork. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
The Artifact: Snapshots of the Zilwaukee Bridge Drawbridge, October 1967
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For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
October 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: Snapshots of the Zilwaukee Bridge Drawbridge, October 1967
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For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
The Artifact: Promoting the Best Address in Saginaw
“The Oppenheimer Cigar Co. has taken the most effective way of showing its approval of the enterprise of the Second National Bank in erecting its splendid new building.
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“The Oppenheimer Cigar Co. has taken the most effective way of showing its approval of the enterprise of the Second National Bank in erecting its splendid new building.
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June 21, 2025 at 2:24 PM
The Artifact: Promoting the Best Address in Saginaw
“The Oppenheimer Cigar Co. has taken the most effective way of showing its approval of the enterprise of the Second National Bank in erecting its splendid new building.
For the full story...visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
“The Oppenheimer Cigar Co. has taken the most effective way of showing its approval of the enterprise of the Second National Bank in erecting its splendid new building.
For the full story...visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
This circa 1914 souvenir plate shows East Genesee & Lapeer at Saginaw’s peak—complete with new streetlights, the Schmelzer Furniture Store, and even a dentist sign! 🏙️ See the full story on the Castle Museum’s Facebook page. #ArtifactSat
September 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
This circa 1914 souvenir plate shows East Genesee & Lapeer at Saginaw’s peak—complete with new streetlights, the Schmelzer Furniture Store, and even a dentist sign! 🏙️ See the full story on the Castle Museum’s Facebook page. #ArtifactSat
The Artifact: A Snapshot of the Lincoln Tavern
“Mr. and Mrs. Fred McNally announce the formal opening of the Lincoln Tavern; Bridgeport – right on the Dixie!; Saturday, May 24, 1930, Chicken Dinner a $1.25 per plate;
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“Mr. and Mrs. Fred McNally announce the formal opening of the Lincoln Tavern; Bridgeport – right on the Dixie!; Saturday, May 24, 1930, Chicken Dinner a $1.25 per plate;
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July 5, 2025 at 2:44 PM
The Artifact: A Snapshot of the Lincoln Tavern
“Mr. and Mrs. Fred McNally announce the formal opening of the Lincoln Tavern; Bridgeport – right on the Dixie!; Saturday, May 24, 1930, Chicken Dinner a $1.25 per plate;
For the full story, visit our Facebook Page....#ArtifactSat
“Mr. and Mrs. Fred McNally announce the formal opening of the Lincoln Tavern; Bridgeport – right on the Dixie!; Saturday, May 24, 1930, Chicken Dinner a $1.25 per plate;
For the full story, visit our Facebook Page....#ArtifactSat
The Artifact: A Box of Matches
“The Sommers Brothers Match Company is said to be the largest match factory in the United States. It had its inception in 1903...For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
“The Sommers Brothers Match Company is said to be the largest match factory in the United States. It had its inception in 1903...For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
September 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: A Box of Matches
“The Sommers Brothers Match Company is said to be the largest match factory in the United States. It had its inception in 1903...For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
“The Sommers Brothers Match Company is said to be the largest match factory in the United States. It had its inception in 1903...For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
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
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“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
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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
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“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
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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
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
The Artifact: Two c. 1910* Photographs of Jasper’s Grocery Store
Located on the northeast corner of Janes and 11th, Jasper’s store opened about 1895. The business was owned and operated by the Jasper family. For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
Located on the northeast corner of Janes and 11th, Jasper’s store opened about 1895. The business was owned and operated by the Jasper family. For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
October 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: Two c. 1910* Photographs of Jasper’s Grocery Store
Located on the northeast corner of Janes and 11th, Jasper’s store opened about 1895. The business was owned and operated by the Jasper family. For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
Located on the northeast corner of Janes and 11th, Jasper’s store opened about 1895. The business was owned and operated by the Jasper family. For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
he Photograph: A New Front on East Genesee, Walz Hardware
“A new store front, estimated to cost $6,000, according to a City Building Inspection permit, is being constructed at Walz Hardware Co., 611 Genesee. ..." For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
“A new store front, estimated to cost $6,000, according to a City Building Inspection permit, is being constructed at Walz Hardware Co., 611 Genesee. ..." For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
June 28, 2025 at 2:30 PM
he Photograph: A New Front on East Genesee, Walz Hardware
“A new store front, estimated to cost $6,000, according to a City Building Inspection permit, is being constructed at Walz Hardware Co., 611 Genesee. ..." For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
“A new store front, estimated to cost $6,000, according to a City Building Inspection permit, is being constructed at Walz Hardware Co., 611 Genesee. ..." For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
The Artifact: A circa 1900 Advertising Plate for Emil Jochen Hardware Store
The image on this plate captures the exterior of Emil Jochen’s hardware store at 2618 South Washington in South Saginaw. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
The image on this plate captures the exterior of Emil Jochen’s hardware store at 2618 South Washington in South Saginaw. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
September 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Artifact: A circa 1900 Advertising Plate for Emil Jochen Hardware Store
The image on this plate captures the exterior of Emil Jochen’s hardware store at 2618 South Washington in South Saginaw. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
The image on this plate captures the exterior of Emil Jochen’s hardware store at 2618 South Washington in South Saginaw. For the rest of the story, visit our Facebook Page. #ArtifactSat
The Artifact: Ojibway Island March 6, 1934
Taken March 6, 1934, this view captures progress on the canal at the southern end of Ojibway Island. The canal was a project of the Civilian Works Administration [CWA] – For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
Taken March 6, 1934, this view captures progress on the canal at the southern end of Ojibway Island. The canal was a project of the Civilian Works Administration [CWA] – For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
June 7, 2025 at 11:08 PM
The Artifact: Ojibway Island March 6, 1934
Taken March 6, 1934, this view captures progress on the canal at the southern end of Ojibway Island. The canal was a project of the Civilian Works Administration [CWA] – For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat
Taken March 6, 1934, this view captures progress on the canal at the southern end of Ojibway Island. The canal was a project of the Civilian Works Administration [CWA] – For the full story, visit our Facebook Page! #ArtifactSat