Whereas, Each of us belongs to a family with traditions and heritage that help determine who we are and where we come from; and,

Whereas, Family history research is among the most popular hobbies in our state and nation, with tens of millions of our fellow citizens actively researching their family histories and sharing family stories; and,

Whereas, The libraries, archives, and museums of our state are a rich repository of information about our ancestors and their lives; and,

Whereas, The citizens of Michigan should be encouraged to gather the family lore, customs and tradition of their ancestors and to appreciate the richness of the lives of their ancestors and the importance of the individual within the fabric of Michigan’s cultural heritage; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim October 2006, as Family History Month in Michigan and encourage all of our citizens to actively research and share their unique family histories and to participate in Family History Month activities.