Make a year-end gift to the Historical Society of Michigan... and we will send you a FREE book as our thank-you!* <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! As a nongovernmental nonprofit, we rely 100% on private donations and subscriptions to pay for everything that we do, including the production of our flagship publication, Michigan History magazine. Would you consider making a special year-end gift to our Society so that we may continue providing our outstanding services? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! *For those who donate at the Bronze level ($50) or above, the Historical Society of Michigan will send you a free book as a token of our appreciation. You can choose the book you would like from the list below! To increase your chances of receiving your favorite book, send in your donation today! . Michigan's Heritage Barns . Rethinking Michigan Indian History . Introducing Russell . Railroads for Michigan . Detroit Resurgent . To Repay A Debt/To Rebuild A Life Set . Beyond Pontiac's Shadow Your support makes it possible for us to produce high-quality publications, such as the Historic Michigan Travel Guide; provide training and resources for local historical organizations; and facilitate Michigan History DayR, a program that engages Michigan students from every area of the state to compete and gain recognition in local, regional, state, and national competitions for historical projects. Won't you help us keep our Michigan history-related activities going and growing? Please consider making a special contribution to HSM as we gear up for our next fiscal year and make plans for new and exciting projects. _____ _____ 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/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! *For those who donate at the Bronze level ($50) or above, the Historical Society of Michigan will send you a free book as a token of our appreciation. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online at hsmichigan.org! 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.