1. In 1830, Michigan's first lighthouse was lit. Located in Fort Gratiot, the tower was built to guide ships through the treacherous waters of Lake Huron. Today, the original lighthouse is no longer in use, but a replica can be visited on the grounds of the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse Park.

2. On May 28, 1917, a deadly tornado struck the town of East Grand Rapids, Michigan. The twister caused significant damage to homes and businesses in the area, and took the lives of seven people. It remains one of the deadliest tornadoes in Michigan's history.

3. The legendary Detroit Red Wings won the Stanley Cup on May 28, 1949. The team, led by captain Sid Abel, defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs in a hard-fought 4-1 series. It was their second Stanley Cup win in franchise history.

4. In 1970, the Michigan State Senate passed a bill to lower the legal drinking age from 21 to 18. The move was controversial at the time, but eventually became a nationwide trend. The drinking age was raised back to 21 in Michigan in 1988, following a federal mandate.

5. May 28, 1987 saw the dedication of the Mackinac Bridge Museum in Mackinaw City, Michigan. The museum houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits related to the construction and operation of the iconic Mackinac Bridge. Visitors can learn about the bridge's history and enjoy stunning views of the straits of Mackinac.