Take a virtual tour of Bonine House, a historic landmark in Cass County, Michigan.

There are many beautiful historic buildings in Michigan. A chance to take a peek inside allows you to feel the history that takes place within its walls.

According to the Cass County Underground Railroad Association, the James E. Bonin House has been a landmark of Cass County since the first settlement in the area. Bonine House and the original Carriage House are across the street from the main residence, located in Vandalia, Michigan.

According to Wikipedia, this historic residence is an observation deck on the underground railway. Vandalia Village also has a long-term connection with the underground railway.

This affiliation is largely due to James E. Bonine, a member of Young's Prairie Anti-Slavery Friends, and his family is a staunch abolitionist. Bonin arrived in Cass County in 1843. He originally came from Indiana and followed his father to the area.

Bonin married the daughter of the station master in 1844, who was also his neighbor. Construction of the iconic residence of Bonin and his wife Sarah Ann soon began.

Bonine is one of the areas where the Peasants of the Catholic Church set aside land for slaves and free people seeking freedom. Many people who fled to the area will stay. A nearby settlement consisting of cabins and a school is called "Ramptown" and is located on Bonin property.

The Cass County Underground Railroad Association purchased the Bonin property in December 2010. The organization is dedicated to restoring the house to its original glory as a testament to the rich history and a symbol of freedom for those who seek freedom.