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Oops! We goofed! The phone number for the Breakers Resort was listed incorrectly in the printed brochure. The correct number is (906) 643-7733. A revised version of the brochure has been attached to this e-mail. We apologize for any inconveniences this error may have caused. Registration is now open for the 69th annual Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 22-24, 2018
Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. The Upper Peninsula History Conference pays particular attention to U.P. history topics and explores the heritage of the host area. The U.P. History Awards are also presented during the conference. This year’s conference offers… · Three keynotes o Behind Every Great Fur Trade Is a Woman with Susan Sleeper-Smith, Michigan State University o The Mighty Mac: Connecting Michigan’s Peninsulas with Kim Nowack, Mackinac Bridge Authority o Lawless Mackinac with Jennifer McGraw, · More than 12 breakout sessions that address local and statewide history · U.P. History Awards Banquet · Tours · Workshops · Exhibitors/vendors for attendees to visit · Three days of “meet and greets” Come see what all the excitement is about!
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 | Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. Come to hear these great sessions and more!
Can You Dig It? Archaeology for Everyone Through Ice and Water: Traversing the Straits Before the Bridge with J. Oliver Boynton and James Boynton Schools of No Choice: Eric Hemenway Yooper Talk, Eh? with Kathryn Remlinger The Three Fires Confederacy with Tony Grondin Sentries of the Straits: The Soldiers of Fort Mackinac Sharing the Faith: The Missions of Mackinac with James Boynton Beyond Duck and Cover: Cold War Civil Defense with Todd Chapman Fish Tales: Family Stories Slavery at the Straits with Russell Magnaghi |
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