In the late 1960s, Michigan experienced a revival of the once dead German heritage.
Causes
The construction of I-75 near Frankenmuth attracted many tourists to the town. They were fascinated and entertained by the "Little Bavaria". Through the tourism revenue, the town (soon to be city) embraced the German architecture from when their ancestors left the Fatherland. Throughout the next few years, the city made controversial decisions to embrace, and sometimes exaggerate, their German heritage.
After these events, as well as the emergence of Germany as a strong county and a major player in Europe, a sense of pride spread throughout the German-American communities. At the same time, tense and high feelings started to die down due to these and the apology from Germany.
Chippewa Indian Memorial
In 1982, the inhabitants of Frankenmuth made a shocking discovery. An archeological dig revelead
Referenced: Kilar, Jeremy W. Germans In Michigan. Michigan State University Press, 2002
Ramm, Joan. A Brief History of Frankenmuth Brewing Company. Frankenmuth Historical Association, 1976.