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March 17, 2026
Exploring local history through new exhibits, modernizing museum signage and preserving historic cemeteries are just some of the ways that more than $1 million will be used to help bring the stories of Michigan’s past to life as part of our state’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
The Michigan History Center and Historical Society of Michigan today announced the 45 communities and organizations that will share Round 2 funds from the America250MI History Grant Program.
Using funds appropriated to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources by the state Legislature, the America250MI History Grant Program is helping communities across the state preserve Michigan stories for future generations.
“Michigan is defined by generations of hardworking people who contributed diverse chapters to our collective story of what it means to be Americans and Michiganders,” said Sandra Clark, director of the Michigan History Center. “Last June, the first round of the program awarded more than 50 projects around the state. As we start to see those efforts move toward completion, it’s exciting to anticipate Round 2 projects getting underway – all in commemoration of our nation’s 250th anniversary.”
Funded projects, totaling $1,020,882.66, are in Alger, Alpena, Antrim, Barry, Branch, Charlevoix, Clinton, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Houghton, Ingham, Kalamazoo, Leelanau, Mackinac, Macomb, Manistee, Marquette, Mecosta, Monroe, Oakland, Oceana, Shiawassee, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.
See the full list of Round 2 award recipients, grant amounts and project titles.
“Looking at the list of the largest Tier 3 awardees, we are thrilled to see some smaller organizations and better representation in both the northern Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula in this round,” said Larry J. Wagenaar, executive director and CEO of the Historical Society of Michigan.
The program received more than 230 Round 2 proposals, seeking more than $5.5 million in funds during the 75-day grant application period.
“The number of applications more than doubled between Round 1 and Round 2, demonstrating a great need for this funding,” said Clark. “This anniversary is about not only the day the Declaration of Independence was signed, but also all of the stories that followed. Local history provides the building blocks of our nation’s story, and supporting these projects brings commemorating the semiquincentennial close to home.”
The America250MI Committee requested that all grant applications incorporate the program's 5 Guiding Themes (Unfinished Revolutions, Power of Place, American Experiment, We the People and Doing History). Successful applications showcased a commitment to partnerships, exhibited lasting community impact and provided new opportunities to invest in Michigan's historical organizations.
In 2020, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer directed the Historical Society of Michigan and the Michigan History Center to coordinate the state’s commemoration of the anniversary of the founding of the United States of America, the American Revolution’s role in Michigan’s history and the impact that these, and other historical events, have had on the people of Michigan. The two organizations created the America250MI Committee to aid and advise this effort.
Established in 1828, the Historical Society of Michigan is Michigan's oldest cultural organization and helps connect Michigan’s past to its residents and organizations through programs and events, publications, awards, workshops, networking opportunities and support for local history organizations. The society is a member-supported educational 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and receives zero state-appropriated funding.
The Michigan History Center fosters curiosity, enjoyment and inspiration rooted in Michigan's stories through museums, historic sites, Michigan Historical Markers, heritage trails, archaeology and programming. The center, a part of the Department of Natural Resources, manages 11 museums statewide, museum and archaeology artifact collections and various educational programs.
Accompanying photos of work/events supported by America250MI Round 1 grant funding are available below for download. Caption information follows.
