Don’t Miss Out—Only 3 Days Left! Standard Registration Deadline: September 10 If you’re interested in attending HSM’s State History Conference in Holland from September 22-24, don’t miss out on our standard-rate registration! The State History Conference moves to a different location each year. This conference celebrates all aspects of Michigan’s history and offers a close-up look at the heritage of the host area. The State History Awards are also presented during the conference. Each year, the Historical Society of Michigan presents a State History Award to those individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the appreciation and understanding of Michigan history. To register, visit our website’s online registration page! Tour Holland’s “Big Red” Lighthouse at the State History Conference Love lighthouses? At HSM’s upcoming State History Conference, one of our fun-filled guided tours takes a rare look at Holland’s famous “Big Red” lighthouse. On the coast of Lake Michigan, “Big Red” or Holland Harbor Light as it is formally known, is a statuesque lighthouse with a rich wealth of history. The guided tour will include a peek inside the lighthouse itself—which is a treat for history fans since this lighthouse is closed to the public—as well as a general history of the lighthouse and the nearby Macatawa Park and Ottawa Beach. The tour is a part of HSM’s State History Conference from September 22-24. Register now for the State History Conference in order to join us to visit “Big Red!” Interested in attending this one-of-a-kind guided tour? Check out the conference information on our website, or click the flyer below for a detailed itinerary. We hope to see you there! Don’t miss our next History Skills Workshop… Archives 101 September 15 – 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Designed for small organizations that struggle with how to preserve and organize archival materials in their collections, this workshop will discuss proper storage and handling of collections, basic arrangement techniques, and affordable solutions for supplies and enclosures. The session will also address how to organize collections materials in a manner that makes them accessible to researchers, students, and members of the general public. These training opportunities help historical organizations and interested history advocates gain skills that can be applied in museums, organizations, and personal collections. Registration is required for participation. Remote attendance is also supported via our zoom communications system. Membership organizations and individuals interested in attending but do not have the means to attend in person can register for remote attendance. For information on the remote attendance process, see our website or give us a call at (517) 324-1828. To learn more, check out 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	Coming Up Next With History Hounds™… A First Taste of Prohibition: Banning Booze in Midland September 13, 7 p.m. Although Prohibition did not begin throughout the United States until 1920, the Michigan city of Midland had already outlawed liquor 12 years earlier. Filled with many historical images, this lecture tells the story of Midland banning alcohol in 1908 and its continued exclusion of liquor-by-the-glass until 1967 – 34 years after national Prohibition ended. Lectures are available for HSM members, and an HSM member organization has the option to live-stream the lecture for its members. It is FREE to attend! Remote attendance is also supported via our zoom communications system. Learn more on our website! Need something to read? If you’re looking for reading material, check out Michigan History magazine’s free stories on our website! Made in Michigan: Seamless Stockings by Robert Myers Life Behind Bars: The Women of the Detroit House of Correction by Tobin T. Buhk Learn more about Michigan History on our website! Check us out on Facebook! HSM page Upcoming Events From Our Members The Grand Rapids Public Library presents “The Search for the Westmoreland: Michigan’s Treasure Shipwreck,” Thursday, September 14, in Grand Rapids.  The Northville Historical Society presents “Northville Heritage Festival,” Friday through Sunday, September 15-17, in Northville. The Pittsfield Township Historical Society presents the “Annual Pittsfield Township Harvest Festival,” Sunday, September 17, in Ann Arbor. The Lenawee County Historical Society presents “Paranormal Investigation Tours,” Saturday, September 23, in Adrian. The Homer Historical Society presents “Blair Historical Farm Fall Festival,” Saturday, September 23, in Homer. For more calendar events, see our website! 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