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In the column at left, you will find the agencies that make up the Michigan Historical Center, plus our partners in preserving, promoting and interpreting Michigan's past. Below, find out more about our programs, our events and our staff. Can't find what you need? Contact us.

Spotlight

Nominate a Teacher for an Odyssey Award Submit a nomination for the Odyssey Awards—a program created to honor outstanding Michigan history educators. Learn more and download the 2013 nomination form.

Now open in the special exhibits gallery Celebrate and explore the creative process that goes into the work of authors, illustrators, architects and musicians, plus discover something about your own creativity!

Coming Events

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• Abrams Genealogy Seminar Discover resources and best practices for genealogy research. Hosted by the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan Genealogical Council; fee, pre-registration required. July 12 and 13, 2013, at the Michigan Historical Center, Lansing.

• Iron Ore Heritage Trail Bike Tour Enjoy nature and history. Fee; pre-registration required. July 18, 2013, Begins and ends at the Michigan Iron Industry Museum, Negaunee. 10 a.m. start.

• Wood Shaving Days The entire family will enjoy woodwork crafts, sawmill demonstrations, 19th-century music and more. July 20 and 21, 2013, at Hartwick Pines Logging Museum, Grayling. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Civil War Era Artillery Encampment The sights and sounds of the Civil War come to Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula. July 26 to 28, 2013, at Fort Wilkins, Copper Harbor. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily.

• Tawas Point Lighthouse--Christmas in July Get in the holiday spirit. July 27 and 28, 2013, at Tawas Point Lighthouse, East Tawas.

• Fayette Heritage Day Come celebrate the fun side of 19th-century life. August 10, 2013, at Fayette Historic Townsite, Garden. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Visit Us

Michigan Historical Center Hours Find the hours for the Michigan Historical Museum, Archives of Michigan and all MHC administrative offices.

Location and Parking Information Find your way to the Michigan Library and Historical Center in Lansing with these directions and map.

Admission Information about admission to the Michigan Historical Center.

Contact the Michigan Historical Center One place for MHC telephone and fax numbers, mailing addresses and a convenient e-mail form.

Group Tours There are many different ways your group can explore the past at the Michigan Historical Center's Michigan Historical Museum.

Holiday Closing Schedule The Michigan Historical Center is closed on official state holidays and some other dates. View 2013 closing dates for the MHC.

Accessibility Information See accessibility information for the Michigan Historical Center and the sites of the Michigan Historical Museum System around the state.

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