September 3, 2014 Just 2 weeks left to register for the 140th Annual Meeting and State History Conference! The conference hotel is also filling up fast! Room block rate guarantee is available only through this Friday, September 5. Make your overnight reservations soon! September 26-28, 2014 . Big Rapids, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/State-History-Conferen ce-flyer.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/State-History-Conferen ce-flyer.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. This year marks the 140th anniversary of the State History Conference, and HSM is proud to celebrate this milestone in conjunction with the 130th anniversary of Ferris State University. The State History Awards will also be presented during the conference. Each year, the Historical Society of Michigan presents a State History Award to those individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the appreciation and understanding of Michigan history. _____ _____ 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 Come to enjoy keynotes, breakout sessions, workshops, tours, the President's Reception, the State History Awards Banquet, the Celebration Banquet, and networking opportunities with other attendees and exhibitors! <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. Here's a preview of what you'll learn about at this year's conference. David Pilgrim of the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia will speak at the State History Awards Banquet on "Using Objects of Intolerance to Teach Tolerance and Promote Social Justice." The Saturday Opening Keynote will discuss "Russell Kirk: The Wizard of Mecosta County," presented by Gleaves Whitney of Grand Valley State University. "The Business of Being Amish" will be the topic of the Saturday Luncheon Keynote with speaker Denise M. Reiling of Eastern Michigan University. Author and storyteller Larry B. Massie will entertain attendees with stories about "The Color of Michigan's Past" during the Celebration Banquet. 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.