Front and Center Newsletter - October 2020
COVID-19 Closure Update
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and Gov. Whitmer's order to extend work from home for state employees through Jan. 2, 2021, the Michigan History Museum in Lansing, the Michigan Iron Industry Museum in Negaunee and the Archives of Michigan in Lansing will remain closed to the public at least through Jan. 2, 2021. We will provide updates as new information becomes available.
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Archives of Michigan offers virtual reference services
Although the reading room at the Archives of Michigan remains closed, the archives team is providing research assistance by phone at 517-335-2576 and email at Archives@Michigan.gov. You can also request a free virtual appointment.
Learn genealogy research skills at a series of virtual workshops
The Archives of Michigan is celebrating Family History Month by offering a weekly series of genealogy workshops free to existing and new members.
These workshops, which take place on Wednesdays in October at 7 p.m., expand your skills and help you discover your family stories. Both existing and new members can use the links below for more information and to register:
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October 14
Family History Workshop - Seeking Michigan Becomes Michiganology.org
Archives of Michigan, Live via Zoom
October 21
Family History Workshop - Now You See Them, Now You Don't: Corrections Records
Archives of Michigan, Live via Zoom
October 28
Family History Workshop - Becoming American: Naturalization Records
Archives of Michigan, Live via Zoom
November 14
2020 Virtual Fall Family History Seminar
Archives of Michigan, Live via Zoom
Michiganology.org
Share Your Story
Tours
Interactive Maps
Videos
Become a member of the Michigan History Center! Together, we can work to preserve, protect and share Michigan's past -- plus you can get some great benefits that include admission and store discounts.
Telephone 517-335-2573 or send us an email.
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