Upcoming Workshop • Friday, August 8 Digitizing Collections: Basic With Portia Vescio, Michigan State University Archives Learn more and register on our website. Digitization projects can seem overwhelming to small and/or volunteer-run history sites. The speaker will discuss technology and best practices associated with digitizing paper and photograph collections. A step-by-step approach for organizations with limited resources will be presented. This workshop is meant for organizations still in the planning stages of a digitization project. 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	Future History Skills Workshops Friday, August 22 Digitizing Collections: Advanced Friday, September 5 Exploring Your Family History for Beginners Friday, September 12 Basic Archives Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop.
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