Robinson, Rix
Person
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Rix Robinson collection
Collection
Identifier: Collection 295
Abstract
Rix Robinson (1792-1875) was a pioneer and fur trader and is said to be the first White settler to permanently live in the greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area. This is a devised collection of accessions related to Robinson. Included are original documents, such as a family bible, property deeds and letters. Also included is research material frmo an archaeological dig of Robinson's trading post on the Grand River in what is today Ada, Michigan.
Dates:
1890-1980, no date
Found in:
Grand Rapids History Center
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Rix Robinson collection