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Tales of Southwest Michigan's PastAuthor: Michael Delaware
Southwest Michigan is rich in history, as the region contains the second wave of twelve counties organized in the State in 1829. The stories encapsulate pioneer triumphs and tragedy, amazing events and resilient, enterprising and passionate people. The region developed along the Territorial Roads, connecting the first land routes between Detroit and Chicago, which later brought with it the railroads and modern highways. Starting from the Battle Creek regional area, and branching out from there, join me as I explore forgotten tales of Southwest Michigans past. Language: en-us Genres: History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S5 E17 - The Innovation of Curb Cuts for Accessibility
Episode 17
Sunday, 3 May, 2026
In this episode I explore the history of the innovation of curb cuts for wheel chair accessibility which had its origins in Southwest Michigan, first being introduced in Battle Creek in 1945, and later in Kalamazoo that same year, 45 years before the American with Disabilities Act in 1990.For more information on Michael Delaware, visit:https://michaeldelaware.com
