Upcoming Workshop . Friday, September 5 Exploring Your Family History for Beginners With Thomas Koselka, Michigan Genealogical Council <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. This session introduces the study of family history. Participants will become familiar with basic concepts of research, including identifying and locating sources, categories of sources, and organizing information. The workshop is designed to give participants a systematic approach to researching their family history. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> 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 <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 Future History Skills Workshops Friday, September 12 Basic Archives Friday, October 3 Essential Communication and Marketing Skills Friday, October 17 Advanced Archives <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. 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.
