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In the column at left, you will find the agencies that make up the Michigan Historical Center, plus our partners in preserving, promoting and interpreting Michigan's past. Below, find out more about our programs, our events and our staff. Can't find what you need? Contact us.

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Yarn Bombing the Museum You can help bring new color, texture and creativity to our exhibit spaces - or just enjoy the results!
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Teachers, Register Now for the Michigan Studies Workshop Register by June 17 to take advantage of this learning/travel experience focusing on history and economics. The four-day workshop begins and ends at the Michigan Historical Museum, Lansing, with stops at Hartwick Pines Logging Museum, Fort Michilimackinac and the Soo Locks.

Coming Events

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• Extreme Gardening Free admission, courtesy of Christians Greenhouse & Garden Center. May 11, 2013, at the Michigan Historical Museum, Lansing. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Tawas Point Birding Festival Presented in cooperation with the Au Sable Valley Audubon Society. May 16 to 19, 2013, at Tawas Point Lighthouse, East Tawas.

• Museum Open House Discover the heart and heritage of Michigan's iron ore communities. May 19, 2013, at the Michigan Iron Industry Museum, Negaunee. Noon to 4 p.m.

• Farmers Market Fresh and local. May 26, 2013, at Walker Tavern Historic Site, Brooklyn. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Abrams Genealogy Seminar Discover resources and best practices for genealogy research. Hosted by the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan Genealogical Council; fee, pre-registration required. July 12 and 13, 2013, at the Michigan Historical Center, Lansing.

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Michigan Historical Center Hours Find the hours for the Michigan Historical Museum, Archives of Michigan and all MHC administrative offices.
Location and Parking Information Find your way to the Michigan Library and Historical Center in Lansing with these directions and map.
Admission Information about admission to the Michigan Historical Center.
Contact the Michigan Historical Center One place for MHC telephone and fax numbers, mailing addresses and a convenient e-mail form.
Group Tours There are many different ways your group can explore the past at the Michigan Historical Center's Michigan Historical Museum.
Holiday Closing Schedule The Michigan Historical Center is closed on official state holidays and some other dates. View 2013 closing dates for the MHC.
Accessibility Information See accessibility information for the Michigan Historical Center and the sites of the Michigan Historical Museum System around the state.
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