Upcoming Workshop . Friday, May 15 Bringing History to Life: Creating Crowd-Pleasing Living History Events With Elizabeth Kerstens and Heidi Nielsen, Plymouth Historical Museum <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. This workshop is designed to be a step-by-step detailed description of how to research, create, and put on living history events. The speakers will discuss their experiences with a Cemetery Walk, Ghost Walk, and A Night at the Museum Party. They will show examples of successful living history events. This engaging workshop will allow participants to ask questions on how to effectively put this information into practice. <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, May 29 Volunteer Recruitment and Management Friday, June 12 Printed Marketing Friday, July 10 Copyright Issues for Historic Collections <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.