LAST CHANCE to Register for the State History Conference! Registration Closes: September 18 If you’re interested in attending HSM’s State History Conference in Holland from September 22-24, don’t forget to register before our registration closes on September 18! 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. Visit our website to see a list of this year’s winners. 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! Intense Waters at Tahquamenon Falls This summer, Tahquamenon Falls State Park reported increased water flow due to the season’s heavy rains. In a normal summer, the river rushes over the falls at around 3,000 gallons per second. Due to the increased rainfall, the park reported the falls running at 10,000 gallons per second in June 2017. The highest record for the falls is 50,000 gallons per second. The Upper Falls - one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River - drops nearly 50 feet, with a series of smaller falls following. The falls’ characteristically amber color is derived from the tannins in the water that leach from the cedar, hemlock, and spruce trees in the swampy areas that drain into the river. Don’t miss our next History Skills Workshop… Telling Stories: Setting Up an Oral History Project September 29 – 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The practice of conducting oral interviews is a major accomplishment and an important step to preparing a larger historical project. Those looking to start an oral history project will not want to miss this workshop, which will cover the process of identifying interviewees, developing questionnaires, and conducting interviews. Attendees will also learn the importance of organizing and maintaining oral histories so that they can be accessed by researchers in the future. 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. To learn more, visit 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	Interested in perusing our publications? If you are interested in exploring Michigan History magazine or the Historic Michigan Travel Guide in person, stop by your local Meijer grocery store and look for our publications! Meijer carries both our magazine and the travel guide for any history-minded enthusiast to pick up while shopping. Interested in reading some of our story content online? We always have a sneak peek at our magazine content on our website. Coming Up Next With History Hounds™… Remembering Blaney Park With Oral Histories October 11, 7 p.m. Learn more on our website! Check us out on Facebook! HSM page Upcoming Events From Our Members 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! 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 in advertising your events and exhibits. Have an exhibit or event you’d like promoted? Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here.
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