Upcoming Workshop . Friday, July 25 Basic Film Preservation With Tressa Graves, Film Preservationist <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. Does someone in your institution know how to identify film formats? From Super 8 to extremely rare film formats, most institutions have moving image films in their collections. In this session, the speaker will discuss how to properly preserve these difficult collections so there can be wider patron access. Topics discussed will include film handling; identification of film stocks and gauges; film decay; storage and environment; how to set up, buy materials, and view film on a film bench; digitization; cataloging; and many more topics. <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 8 Digitizing Collections: Basic Friday, August 22 Digitizing Collections: Advanced Friday, September 5 Exploring Your Family History for Beginners <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.