Our Latest Michigan History! As the 2017 holiday season continues, Michigan History magazine’s January/February 2018 issue is available for purchase. This inaugural 2018 issue combines the results of our 2017 reader survey, features editorial updates, and hosts a collection of exciting new special sections for our readers. What’s new? Some of Michigan History’s newest sections include: Manny on the Move: Follow Manny the Moose, HSM Magazines’ mascot, as he travels throughout Michigan to explore historical spots. Focus on MI: Learn about some of Michigan’s lesser known communities, locations, organizations, and institutions. Facts & Finds: Hear fascinating stories about Michigan artifacts belonging to our member historical organizations. In addition to introducing these new special sections, we’ve also tweaked our existing columns and updated the overall look of the magazine. We’re thrilled to share our efforts! See what’s in our current issue! Michiganders on the Road Presents “Founding of America” Tour We know Michigan is a great state for culture and history. But we also know there is some great history in the other 49 states as well. That’s why we developed our “Michiganders on the Road” motor coach tours—and we’ve already set our sights on 2018! How did our nation come about? What did our founders envision for the United States? Can a government of the people, by the people, and for the people survive? As one historian has put it, “the road from Jamestown leads to Gettysburg.” We’ll discover how the United States originated and how it was sustained in our 9-day, 8-night “Founding of America” tour. History-packed, fun-filled, and bursting with good eats along the way, this tour is sure to delight anyone looking for a historical adventure with fellow Michiganders. View the detailed itinerary on our website. Already know you want to come? Register today! History Hounds™ Presents… Millennial Visions & Earthly Pursuits: The Israelite House of David January 10, 2018 with Bob Myers Millennialist preachers Benjamin and Mary Purnell founded the Israelite House of David in Benton Harbor in 1903. Their religious commune soon gathered hundreds of members and became an economic powerhouse, including an amusement park, jazz band, and baseball team. Scandals and feuds rocked the colony, but it survives as one of America’s oldest communal orders. All History Hounds lectures began at 7 p.m. and take place at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan. Members of the Society can attend for free, and non-members can attend for $7/person. Learn more and register on our website! 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	Check us out on Facebook! HSM page Last minute gift? We’ve got you covered! Everyone scrambles for the last gift (or two, or three!) during the holiday season. If you’re looking for a unique and long-lasting gift, consider giving the gift of Michigan History magazine! Order your gift subscription today! Looking for a Job? If you are looking for work, make sure to take a look at our History Job Board. This board is lists our member organizations’ various opportunities from all areas of the state. Check them out on our website! The Local History Conference is Coming! March 23-24, 2018 Sterling Heights Upcoming Events From Our Members The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society presents “Local History of Curling Open House,” Sunday, January 14, in West Bloomfield. The Library of Michigan presents “Mid 20th & 21st Century Biographical Research,” Saturday, January 13, in Lansing. The Holland Area Historical Society presents “Answering the Call: Company K Sharpshooters in the Civil War,” Tuesday, March 13, in Holland. The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society presents “From Hastings to Home: An Introduction to Detroit’s Early Jewish History,” Sunday, March 25, in West Bloomfield. 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 in 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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