Just two weeks left to register at the early-bird rate for the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference With expanded content filling two full days, a reception at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, an unprecedented historical fashion show and reception, and approximately 50 exhibitor tables, the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference is already shaping up to be a record-breaking event. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Now in its 57th year, the Michigan in Perspective conference will take place at the Best Western Sterling Inn Banquet & Conference Center in Sterling Heights on March 13 and 14, 2015. The largest of HSM's three conferences, the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference offers a diverse view of Michigan's past and is open to anyone interested in state or regional history. This year's keynote topics range from Belle Isle and the DIA to a look at the 13th Amendment 150 years later and how the automobile has influenced fashion. Participants will have the opportunity to attend 25 breakout sessions that address local and statewide history, explore the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House during the Friday evening reception, and visit with history-related exhibitors. _____ _____ 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 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Don't miss your chance to attend the Loosening the Laces historical fashion show and reception!

From the French voyageurs and colonials to the Civil War, Victorian and Edwardian Ages to the decades of the 20th century, Michigan's history will unfold with nearly 50 reenactors wearing the fashions of the eras.

After the fashion show, attendees will have the chance to meet and mingle with the reenactors at a reception to learn more about the fashions, eras, and groups represented. Spearheaded by the Historical Society of Michigan and Lynn Anderson, Victoria Mobley, and Elaine Vermeersch of Fashion and the Automobile, this brand-new event is a great opportunity to "meet" our state's history in person. Seating is limited, so sign up soon! 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.