Lake Michigan Collection (#3)

Chicago, Illinois, USA skyline on Lake Michigan at dawn

Chicago Skyline. Image of the Chicago downtown lakefront at twilight

Chicago, Illinois, USA downtown skyline from Lake Michigan at dusk

Frozen Passage
John Fan

Plate 35 from Plan of Chicago 1909: Chicago, and Diagram of Lake Michigan. Proposed Roadway to connect all the towns along the shores of the Lake, 1909

Michigan Lake shore with Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Ludington, Mason County, Michigan
Big Sable Point Lighthouse on Lake Michigan, Mason County, Ludington, MI

Sunset reflection on water, Lake Michigan, Holland, Michigan

Point Betsie Lighthouse at sunset coast of Lake Michigan

USA, Michigan, Mackinac Island, Panorama of Mackinac Bridge crossing the Straits of Mackinac

The Forest Fires on the Shore of Lake Michigan (engraving)
1057491 The Forest Fires on the Shore of Lake Michigan (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Great Fire at Chicago (engraving)
1625986 The Great Fire at Chicago (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire at Chicago)

The Peristyle from Lake Michigan (b / w photo)
958675 The Peristyle from Lake Michigan (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peristyle from Lake Michigan)

The Great Fire at Milwaukee, United States of America (engraving)
1603686 The Great Fire at Milwaukee, United States of America (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire at Milwaukee, United States of America)

They slid down ropes and hit the ground and landed in Chicago safe and sound (colour litho)
2776744 They slid down ropes and hit the ground and landed in Chicago safe and sound (colour litho) by Campbell, Floyd V. (d.1906); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of the mouth of the Chicago River, Illinois with the plan of the proposed piers for
NBY332309 Map of the mouth of the Chicago River, Illinois with the plan of the proposed piers for improving the harbour, 1830 (pen & ink on paper) by Harrison, E. (fl)

Homeless citizens encamped on the shore of Lake Michigan, near Lincoln Park (engraving)
736204 Homeless citizens encamped on the shore of Lake Michigan, near Lincoln Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of Lake View House, from Chicago Illustrated
NBY332298 View of Lake View House, from Chicago Illustrated, with literary descriptions by James W. Sheahan, published by Jevne & Almini, Chicago, 1866-67 (litho) by American School

Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, Illinois, USA, 1893 (colour litho)
5226604 Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, Illinois, USA, 1893 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, Illinois, USA)

Sugarloaf Rock, Mackinac Island, Michigan (b / w photo)
6018338 Sugarloaf Rock, Mackinac Island, Michigan (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sugarloaf Rock, Mackinac Island, Michigan)

Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (oil on canvas)
CH198763 Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Biberstein, Franz (1850-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Raging Lake
Alex Li

Little Good Harbor, Maine, c. 1913. Creator: Gertrude Kasebier
Little Good Harbor, Maine, c. 1913

Grand Haven Lighthouse at sunset on Lake Michigan, Grand Haven, Michigan

Holland Lighthouse (Big Red) on Lake Michigan, Holland, Michigan

Chicago skyline reflects in lake Michigan during a blue sunrise

Chicago skyline over lake Michigan as sunrise enters a new day

Chicago skyline shimmers at sunrise over lake Michigan

St. Joseph North Pier Lighthouses. St. Joseph, Michigan, USA

Little Sable Point Lighthouse near Mears, Michigan

Glimpse of Lake Michigan, 1874. Creator: Alfred Waud
Glimpse of Lake Michigan, 1874. View of Lake Michigan, one of the five Great Lakes of North America. Michigan is the only one of the lakes which is located entirely within the USA

The Shore at Lake Forest, 1874. Creator: W. J. Linton
The Shore at Lake Forest, 1874. Coastline on Lake Michigan, Illinois, USA. On the way northward the shore of the lake assumes extraordinary forms

Chicago, 1874. Creator: Unknown
Chicago, 1874. Views of Lake Michigan and the city of Chicago, Illinois, USA: The City from the Water Works; Mouth of Chicago River

Sunset, Lake Michigan, 1874. Creator: W. J. Linton
Sunset, Lake Michigan, 1874. Sailing ships on Lake Michigan, one of the five Great Lakes of North America. Michigan is the only one of the lakes which is located entirely within the USA

USA, Illinois, Chicago. City skyline and Lake Michigan. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Heading for the Shore, Lake Michigan, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Heading for the Shore, Lake Michigan, c1897. One of the five Great Lakes of North America located entirely within the United States in a region known as the American Midwest

Heading for the Shore, Lake Michigan, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Heading for the Shore, Lake Michigan, USA, c1900. Lake Michigan, one of the five Great Lakes of North America, is the only one located entirely within the United States

USA, Illinois, Chicago. Skyline and Lake Michigan. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USA, Illinois, Chicago. Sunrise skyline and Lake Michigan. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Grain-Vessels leaving Chicago, 1883. From America Illustrated, edited by J. David Williams. [DeWolfe, Fiske & Company, Boston, 1883]

View of Milwaukee Bay, Lake Michigan, 1883. From America Illustrated, edited by J. David Williams. [DeWolfe, Fiske & Company, Boston, 1883]

Chicagos Michigan Avenue, 1890s
Leland Hotel on Michgan Avenue, Chicago, 1890 s. Albertype reproduction of a photograph

Chicago grain elevators loading ships, 1870s
Grain loaded in Chicago on ships bound for the Erie Canal, 1870s. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

City of Chicago in 1860
Overview of Chicago, looking west from Lake Michigan, 1860. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

French map of the Great Lakes, 1703
La Hontans map of the Great Lakes and Saint Lawrence valley, 1703. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an 18th century illustration

French settlement of the Great Lakes, 1600s
French Jesuit map of Lake Superior, Upper Michigan, and Wisconsin, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 17th-century illustration

Historic image in sepia tone of the steamship SS Chicora, a passenger-and-freight steamer built in 1892 for service on the Great Lakes; Michigan, United States of America

Artists impression of Worlds Columbian Exposition in Chicago, in 1893. The Fair celebrated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbuss arrival in the New World

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"Captivating Lake Michigan: A Tapestry of Beauty and History" From the iconic Sturgeon Bay Lighthouse in Door County, Wisconsin to the breathtaking Grand Haven South Pier Lighthouse at sunrise in Ottawa County, Michigan, Lake Michigan boasts a mesmerizing blend of natural wonders and man-made marvels. As the sun paints the sky with hues of gold and orange, the Grand Haven Lighthouse on Lake Michigan stands tall, guiding ships through its tranquil waters. Meanwhile, Chicago's majestic skyline reflects upon the shimmering surface at dusk, with the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower) dominating the left side. In Berrien County's St. Joseph lies a picturesque scene where St. Joseph lighthouse gracefully overlooks a pristine beach foreground. Further along Chicago's shoreline is another architectural gem - Chicago Harbor Lighthouse - standing as a testament to maritime history. Navy Pier proudly extends into Lake Michigan from Chicago's shores while offering visitors an array of entertainment options against an awe-inspiring backdrop. And speaking of backdrops, Illinois' 1852 Map showcases how this great lake has played a pivotal role in shaping our nation's growth. Let us not forget Point Betsie Lighthouse in Benzie County, Frankfort - a beacon that has guided countless sailors home safely throughout history. Lake Michigan serves as more than just a body of water; it is an enchanting tapestry woven with threads of nature’s beauty and human ingenuity. Whether you find yourself exploring its shores or gazing out from afar, this magnificent lake will forever captivate your heart and soul.