Nov. 7, 2005

Life in Quonset huts, tailgating and finding soul mates are just a few of the Michigan State University memories readers share in the November/December 2005 issue of Michigan History magazine. As the nation’s pioneer land grant university turns 150, its campus, students and programs remain a source of pride for Michigan.

November is the designated time to honor the state’s veterans, but the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans does this year-round. For more than a century, former servicemen and women have been lovingly cared for at the home. Additional tributes to veterans in this issue include a grandson’s quest to find out about his Civil War hero grandfather and a look at the Michigan Historical Center’s new exhibit, A Soldier’s Life in Michigan.

Also in this issue are stories about the great storm of 1913 that sank a dozen boats and killed hundreds of sailors; Saginaw’s community jewel, the Temple Theatre; and Big Rapids featured in the “History in Your Hometown” department.

For more information, sponsorship opportunities or to order a subscription to Michigan History for Kids, call (800) 366-3703 or visit www.michiganhistorymagazine.com.

Michigan History for Kids is published by the Michigan Historical Center. The Michigan Historical Center is an agency of the Department of History, Arts and Libraries. Dedicated to enriching quality of life and strengthening the economy by providing access to information, preserving and promoting Michigan heritage, and fostering cultural creativity, the department also includes the Mackinac Island State Park Commission, the Library of Michigan, the Michigan Film Office and the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.

*On the cover: Sparty, Michigan State University’s two-time national championship mascot, is a regular feature at most major athletic events on campus.   To download the cover image, go to www.michiganhistorymagazine.com and click on "news."

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