Don’t miss our next History Skills Workshop! Telling the Tale: Jump-Starting Your Historical Writing Project with Frances Kai-Hwa Wang, Journalist, Essayist, and Educator Jump-start your memoir or historical writing project. If you have been meaning to write, either for publication or for your grandchildren, but are having difficulty getting started, why not start here, one sentence at time? Come to learn short writing exercises, tips and tricks, and more to overcome barriers to writing. Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Workshops start at 9 a.m. at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. Learn more and register on our website. Remembering former congressman John Dingell It is with great sadness that we note the passing of former Representative John Dingell, America's longest serving congressman and a proud Michigander. Dingell served in the House of Representatives for 59 years between 1955 to 2015, during which he served under 11 presidents and cast 28,551 votes. During that time, Dingell also served on the Energy and Commerce Committee for nearly 58 years, making him the longest serving member on any congressional committee. Our thoughts and prayers go to his family during this time. Pictured is Dingell being sworn in by the Speaker of the House, Sam Rayburn, in 1955. Join Michiganders on the Road™ on our 9-day, 8-night tour coming this May! Enjoy one of America’s most historic and beautiful cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on our 9-day, 8-night Southern Hospitality Tour: Charleston & The Old South, from May 1 to 9, 2019. We will also experience the Biltmore Estate, a Barrier Islands eco-tour, Fort Sumter, the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, Old Salem Village, and much more! See the full tour itinerary. Register online for this tour. Download the registration form. $1,995* Calling all volunteers! Michigan History Day^® is in need of history enthusiasts to volunteer as judges We need the help of individuals with an interest in history and education to serve as judges at the Michigan History Day^® State Finals in Bay City on April 27, 2019. The most important qualities for a judge are strong common sense and an enthusiasm for interacting with students. Judges should have a lively interest in history but do not need a specific background in history. We provide training on how to judge the students’ projects, and you will be placed on teams with experienced judges. Judges evaluate the participants’ entries and provide constructive feedback to the students. As part of the judging process, you will have the opportunity to interview the students who created the projects. One of the pleasures of judging at Michigan History Day is meeting students who possess a passion for their topic! Watch our Michigan History Day^®video. Become a judge! The Historical Society of Michigan is our state’s oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan’s rich history. For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at hsm@hsmichigan.org. The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. • Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 • FAX: (517) 324-4370	We have some exciting events planned for 2019…don’t miss these exciting offerings! History Hounds Lecture Wednesday, February 13 Murder and Mayhem II: True Crime in Michigan History History Skills Workshop Friday, February 15 Telling the Tale: Jump-Starting Your Historical Writing Project History Skills Workshop Friday, March 8 Archives 101 History Hounds Lecture Wednesday, March 13 Grist for the Mill: Holland’s DeZwaan Windmill CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Michigan History and Chronicle! Can you remember a historic event from your childhood that always leaves you smiling? Is there a Michigan business or community that you believe deserves to be showcased? Have you been itching to publish your article about a niche subject in Michigan’s history, but you don’t know where to go? We’re here to help! HSM is currently accepting submissions for both Michigan History magazine and Chronicle. Before you submit, review our writer’s guidelines. All queries should be sent to editor@hsmichigan.org. Upcoming Events From Our Members The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society presents “Indoor Games Open House,” Sunday, February 10, in Orchard Lake. The Commerce Township Community Library presents “Michigan’s Journey to Statehood,” Saturday, March 9, in Commerce Township. The Genealogical Society of Monroe County, Michigan presents the “42nd Annual Spring Seminar,” Saturday, March 16, in Monroe. For more calendar events, see our website! Interested in featuring an event or exhibit on HSM’s online calendar and eNews? We are always looking to support our member organizations, and one of the ways we show support is by advertising your events and exhibits. Have an exhibit or event you’d like promoted? Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here.
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