Upcoming Workshop . Friday, August 8 Digitizing Collections: Basic With Portia Vescio, Michigan State University Archives <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. Digitization projects can seem overwhelming to small and/or volunteer-run history sites. The speaker will discuss technology and best practices associated with digitizing paper and photograph collections. A step-by-step approach for organizations with limited resources will be presented. This workshop is meant for organizations still in the planning stages of a digitization project. <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, August 22 Digitizing Collections: Advanced Friday, September 5 Exploring Your Family History for Beginners Friday, September 12 Basic 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.