HSM-news-release.jpg Historical Society of Michigan - News Release at-a-glance-column2.jpg 2014 History Skills Workshops March 21 . Practical Building Restoration May 2 . Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical Photographs June 27 . Managing Historic House Museums July 18 . Launching a New Historical Organization August 8 . Digitizing Collections: Basic August 22 . Digitizing Collections: Advanced September 5 . Exploring Your Family History for Beginners September 12 . Basic Archives October 3 . Grant Writing for Special Projects October 17 . Advanced Archives November 7 . Planning and Conducting Oral History Projects November 21 . Preserving and Cataloging Oral History Projects December 5 . Developing Exhibit Content <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. 2014 History Skills Workshop Series Schedule Announced workshops1.jpg This year you'll find several new sessions; some 101-level workshops and some geared toward advance learners; and topics ranging from restoration and oral history to house museums and digitizing to grant writing and genealogy.all brought to you by the Historical Society of Michigan. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> For full descriptions of each workshop and to register, visit our website. workshops1.jpgThese training opportunities help historical organizations and interested history advocates gain skills that can be applied in museums, organizations, and personal collections. Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Historical Society of Michigan Main Office at 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. If you are a personal member of HSM or represent an organization that itself is a member of the Society, registration is $39. Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM membership. Refreshments and materials are included with your registration. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> To register for a workshop, use our secure online registration form or call (800) 692-1828. _____ history-at-your-fingertips2.jpg _____ 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 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.
