IDLEWILD, Mich. -- Over the past few decades, the historic town of Idlewild, Michigan has found itself struggling to sustain. From the live performances by legendary black entertainers to the open ...

IDLEWILD, Mich. — When I first learned the Michigan football team would be traveling to Idlewild as part of its tour around the state, my first thought was, ‘Where on earth is Idlewild?’ More ...

IDLEWILD, Mich. — It is a city many haven't heard of, but it holds an important place in American history. It was once a paradise for middle-class Black Americans during segregation but has since ...

IDLEWILD, Mich. — Idlewild, Michigan, was once known as a safe haven for Black Americans when segregation was at its peak. While the identity of the community hasn't changed today, its popularity has ...

As we reach the peak of the summer heat, theGrio celebrates the legacy of Black summer retreats, beginning with Idlewild, Michigan. On Wednesday, July 20, ownership of a strip of Los Angeles’ ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – There’s a special event coming up on Saturday celebrating the Michigan community of Idlewild, known as Michigan’s Black Eden. Blair Evans is the founder of “Live at ...

HOLLAND — A musical performance in Holland will highlight a historic Michigan community that became a popular resort for African-Americans. The Holland Museum is presenting “My Idlewild! A Live ...

IDLEWILD, Mich. (AP) — A sheriff has donated $2,000 from returnable cans and bottles for improvement projects at Idlewild. It served as a major summer resort for African Americans in Michigan’s ...

There’s a lot of excitement surrounding Idlewild, Michigan as spring approaches. We’ve been following the progress of the historic Black community all winter as stakeholders work to keep the history ...

IDLEWILD, Mich. – It was a safe haven for Black families that became famous for its nightlife. In the early 1900s, Idlewild was a resort town where Black people could legally buy property. Today, ...

On Wednesday, July 20, ownership of a strip of Los Angeles’ Manhattan Beach—formerly known as “Bruce’s Beach”—was restored to the family of its original owners, Charles and Willa Bruce. In the early ...