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State Symbols

• Michigan in Brief
Facts on Michigan's history, state symbols, population, geography, economy and more.

• Michigan Adventure - Discover Our State Symbols
The Yak shared his great pages about Michigan's state symbols with the Michigan Historical Center! Learn about our state symbols in these pages from the Detroit Free Press.

• Michigan's State Symbols Brochure
What do a robin, an apple blossom and a special kind of dirt all have in common? They are Michigan state symbols—see them all in a concise, colorful brochure.

• Plates By the Year
Do you play license plate games while driving on a long trip? Is the plate from your first car hanging on your garage wall? Are you curious about what the plate looked like during the year you were born? Do you collect plates? If so, "Plates By the Year" is for you!

• Michigan's State Songs
Does Michigan have an official state song? Find out all about the controversy here!


Reference Information

• Mackinac State Historic Parks Facts

• Michigan FAQ
What are the words for the pledge to the Michigan state flag? If you're from Michigan, are you a Michiganian or a Michigander? Find the answers to some of the questions we get asked the most.

• Ask a Librarian
Get reference help without coming to the Library. Choose from live, on-line reference assistance; email reference; or phone reference. Hours of availability vary among the three services.

• Michigan Bibliographies
Bibliographies compiled by Library of Michigan librarians. Coverage includes local history and current awareness topics pertinent to the state of Michigan.

• Michigan Legislative Council Publications
You will find links to valuable resources like the Michigan Manual, Portraits of Michigan and others offering great information about Michigan history, the state constitution and state government.

• Michigan Constitution of 1963

• Michigan Legislature Web Site
Search Michigan Compiled laws online, and access other Michigan legislative information.


Michigan's Governors

• Michigan's Governors, 1835 to Present


Michigan's Counties

• Michigan Counties
When was your county formed? How did it get its name? Which counties are named for missionaries or explorers? for politicians? for a state geologist?

• Michigan County Selection Map
From the U. S. Bureau of the Census. Click on a county to get a page of people, business and geography "quick facts."


Michigan in Stamps

• Michigan in Stamps
More than 25 stamps portray Michigan through its history and images.

• Waterfowl Stamp Program
The Michigan Duck Hunters Association (MDHA) and Michigan Department of Natural Resources Michigan waterfowl stamp program.




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