Stories of Windsor

Welcome to Stories of Windsor, a podcast celebrating the rich history of our community by the river.

Stories of Windsor: Tales From The Isles Of Detroit

On this episode, hosts Erica, Carla, and Mary-Lou do some island hopping along the Detroit River. Listen as we explore Peche Island, Belle Isle, and the infamous hum of Zug Island.

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Peche Island 

Best of the Times Magazine: Stories and Imagery from the Archives of the Times Magazine (a.k.a. The Walkersville Times), edited by Chris Edwards & Elaine Weeks (2006)

Tourism Windsor-Essex: Peche Island

Windsor Public Library Famous Windsorites: Peche Island

Belle Isle

Lost Detroit by Cheri Y. Gay (2013)

A History Lover’s Guide to Detroit by Karin Risko (2018)

Detroit Historical Society: Belle Isle Park

Zug Island 

Zug Island Documentary

 Colin Novak on NPR

Windsor Public Library Famous Windsorites: Windsor Hum

Stories of Windsor: Music Traditions of the Detroit River Region

On this episode, Stories of Windsor welcomes guest host Sean as we take a musical journey into the past and discuss the historical significance of folk music within different regions along the Detroit River.

Stories of Windsor: Department Stores

Welcome to Stories of Windsor, a podcast celebrating the rich history of our community by the river. In this episode we’re exploring the retail experience of Windsor’s past and how the opening of Devonshire Mall changed the way Windsorites shop.

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