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Check out our upcoming workshops, History Hounds® lectures, conferences, member-submitted history events, and more all in one place.

In addition to all of our Historical Society of Michigan-hosted events, our online calendar is open for rolling submissions to all of our member local historical organizations and entities throughout Michigan. You must be logged in to our website in order to submit an event. For details or assistance in submitting an event for consideration to our online calendar, please email us at hsm@hsmichigan.org

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MHA Meeting – Painting Projects for Historical Organizations

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Virtual

Painting is much more than simply slapping some color on a surface. Several factors are involved, including surface preparation, paint types, primers, proper application, and lead abatement. If you are planning on a painting project, especially for a historic building or a museum interior, this mini workshop is for you.

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2024 Upper Peninsula History Conference

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Lake Superior State University – Sault Ste. Marie, MI

The Upper Peninsula History Conference offers…

  • 3 keynotes that cover a wide range of popular topics.
  • 15 breakout sessions and workshops.
  • Exhibitors and vendors for attendees to visit.
  • Unique historical tour opportunities

This conference keeps growing each year… come see what all the excitement is about!

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Hands-On Help: Gravestone Preservation Techniques at Oakwood Cemetery

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In-Person

Looking for the specifics on caring for and restoring gravestones and cemeteries? Join Professor Thomas Henthorn and students of the University of Michigan-Flint’s cemetery preservation program to delve into the different types of headstones, monuments, and markers, and how caring for each can vary based on material, age, soil, weather, and other factors. Explore various preservation issues and types of stones, in addition to participating in hands-on cleaning methods at Oakwood Cemetery in Grand Ledge, Michigan.

Note: This workshop is in-person only. 

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