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- Newspaper collection
Information about our vast collection of print and microfilmed newspapers.
- Rare book collection
Special collections include Angling, Law, Great Lakes, Travel, and Americana.
- Michigan Collection
Materials about the state, its people and their history.
- Government Documents Collection
The Library's Michigan and Federal Government Documents collection.
- Law Library
Research Guides, Directory of Michigan Law Libraries, Related Links
- Library of Michigan Digital
Full-text, digital versions of historical and current Michigan state government publications.
- Materials for State Employees
ANSWER Library Catalog
Search for books, magazines and newspapers, videos, maps, and more on the ANSWER Library Catalog. Click the "Request Item (State Govt Employee)" link to have circulating items sent to your office or held for pick up at the Library.
Professional Development Lending Library
The Professional Development Lending Library (PDL) promotes career-development for all State of Michigan employees, and supports training provided by the Michigan Civil Service Commission. The PDL includes printed books, audio books, and videos on topics including: coaching; communication; customer service; decision making; and managing conflict.
Search for PDL materials through the ANSWER Library Catalog at www.Answercat.org.
- Browse all the titles in the Professional Development Lending Library.
- Find your title and click on the link to order the item.
- Complete the form with your library card number, and tell where you want the materials delivered.
- Your materials will come through I.D. Mail, or held at the reference desk.
State employees are also welcome to come to the Library of Michigan to check their materials out in-person.
Links to Additional Services
- Request a Book not in Our Collections Not available during Work-From-Home
- InterLibrary Loan Requently Asked Questions
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