Nominations Due for State History Awards! Deadline: July 26, 2019 Each year, the Historical Society of Michigan presents State History Awards to individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the appreciation and understanding of Michigan history. The awards will be presented on Friday, September 27, 2019, during the annual Michigan History Conference in Ludington. The State History Awards recognize the excellence of achievement by an individual or organization in the collection, preservation, and/or promotion of state and local history. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/state-history-awards/> Learn more about the State History Award categories. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/State-History-Award-No mination.pdf> Download the 2019 nomination form. Nominations and supporting materials must be received in our office by Friday, July 26, 2019, at 5 p.m. Nominations received after that date and time will not be accepted, regardless of postmark. There's still room for you on our Hudson River Valley Tour this July. The Hudson River Valley offers visitors vast scenes of natural beauty, rich culture, and fascinating history. Several key battles of the American Revolutionary War took place in the region centuries ago, and in more recent history, countless painters from across the United States and around the globe have found artistic inspiration in the valley's brilliant scenery. Join the Historical Society of Michigan's "Michiganders on the RoadT" for our 9-day, 8-night Painters and Patriots: Hudson River Valley Tour from July 12 to July 20, 2019. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Hudson-River-itinerary.pd f> See the full Hudson River Valley Tour itinerary. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/hudson-valley-regis tration/> Register online for the Hudson River Valley Tour. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Hudson-River-registration .pdf> Download the Hudson River Valley Tour registration form. James Oliver Curwood Owosso-native author and conservationist James Oliver Curwood was one of the world's highest-paid and most widely read authors of the twentieth century-but he never lost his love for Michigan. Born on June 12, 1878, Curwood spent his formative years in Owosso before adjusting to a wandering lifestyle as an adventurer and explorer, frequently visiting Alaska and the Canadian Northwest. That love of adventure lead him to write several popular adventure novels, including Kazan (1914), The Grizzly King (1916), and The River's End (1919). By 1922, Curwood's success as a writer and remarkable wealth allowed him to build an eighteenth-century, French-style chateau in his hometown of Owosso, which he named Curwood Castle. Curwood's legacy lives on today. His Owosso writing studio, Curwood Castle, currently serves as a museum, and the city of Owosso hosts a Curwood Festival each year to celebrate the area's heritage. Michigan Historical Review 2019 Graduate Student Essay Prize The Michigan Historical Review is seeking papers from graduate students exploring themes related to Michigan's past! Eligible entries must use original primary sources in research; represent an addition to historical knowledge; relate to Michigan history; and be no more than 12,000 words, double-spaced and footnoted (do not include author's name anywhere within the manuscript). Please include a cover letter that details the entrant's program, school, and supervisor. Papers will be judged on originality, research, style, and proper documentation. Payment is awarded in two allotments: at the time of announcement and at press. For more information, please call (989) 774-6567. Send to: mihisrev@cmich.edu Deadline: July 1, 2019 cid:image001.jpg@01CF8A43.BF828E40 _____ 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 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm@hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 <https://hsmichigan.org/store/donate/make-a-donation/> cid:image011.jpg@01D3861A.07D4BAD0 We're hiring! The Historical Society of Michigan seeks a qualified individual to serve as Graphic Designer. For more information and application instructions, please visit our website below. <http://hsmichigan.org/resources/position-openings-in-michigan/> Check out our <http://hsmichigan.org/resources/position-openings-in-michigan/> History Job Board. The American Association for State and Local History needs your feedback! What visitation trends have you seen at your site over the last few years? The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) is conducting a national visitation survey and wants your feedback! Please take five minutes to complete the survey and share it with other interested institutions. <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AASLHVisitation> Take the survey! Upcoming Events From Our Members The Grand Rapids Public Library presents "Crazy Horse: The Lakota Warrior's Life and Legacy," Tuesday, May 21, in Grand Rapids. The Michigan Barn Preservation Network (MBPN) presents the "Annual Spring Barn Tour," Friday, May 31, in Washtenaw County. The U-M Clements Library presents "Frontier Rebels: The Fight for Independence in the American West, 1765-1776," Tuesday, June 4, in Ann Arbor. The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society (GWBHS) presents "Apple Island Tours," Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9, in Orchard Lake. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/> 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? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/event-submission/> Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.
