Only 2 DAYS LEFT to get the best deal! Don't miss the 145th Annual Meeting and Michigan History Conference. Early-bird pricing ends July 31, 2019. (Save $20 off the standard pricing!) <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/> Friday, Saturday, and Sunday September 27-29, 2019 Ludington, Michigan <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Michigan-History-Conferen ce-online.pdf> See the booklet for more information and session descriptions. <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/mhc-onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. Early-Bird Registration Ends: July 31, 2019. Conference hotel rate is guaranteed until September 5, 2019. This year's Michigan History Conference offers. . Four keynotes. o Preserving the Legacy: The Port of Ludington Maritime Museum with Valerie van Heest, Lafferty van Heest and Associates o Thank God for Michigan! Our Boys in Blue with Mark Hoffman, Author o Ludington: Becoming A Cultural Destination with William Anderson, Historical Society of Michigan and Michigan State University Extension Advisory Council o Dessert Cruise on the SS Badger with SS Badger Lake Michigan Carferry . 4 workshops, 5 tours, and 12-plus breakouts . President's Reception, State History Awards Banquet, and Closing Banquet . Exhibitors/Vendors for attendees to visit . Networking opportunities The 145th Annual Meeting and Michigan History Conference will be held in Ludington, September 27-29, 2019. The main sessions of the conference will take place at West Shore Community College, and other events will be held at exciting venues throughout the city. 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 will also be presented during the conference. _____ _____ 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 <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Michigan-History-Conferen ce-online.pdf> See the booklet for more information and session descriptions. <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/mhc-onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. Come to hear these great sessions and more! Michigan and the Moon: 50 Years Since Apollo Idlewild: A Respite From Racism On the Hook: Lake Michigan Fishing Industry Timber! The Lumber Industry in Manistee and Mason Counties Built Michigan Tough: Ludington State Park When Evil Strikes: The Good Hart Murders Blossoming in Michigan: The Story of Betty Bloomer Ford Pere Marquette: The Man, The Mission, The Memorial Sentinel on the Shore: The Big Sable Point Lighthouse Time for a Road Trip: The West Michigan Pike 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. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.