MICHIGAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM

LANSING, MI

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The Michigan Historical Museum in Lansing, MI, is the state's official museum of Michigan history. It is located on the grounds of the Michigan State Capitol in downtown Lansing and is part of the Michigan State Historic Site system. The museum is home to a wide variety of artifacts and exhibits that document Michigan's rich history and culture.

The museum is divided into five main galleries, each focusing on a different aspect of Michigan's history. The exhibition galleries feature artifacts such as Civil War guns, early Michigan furniture and clothing, and Native American artifacts. Interactive displays let visitors explore the development of the state over time and the contributions of its people. The museum also includes an area dedicated to the state's automotive heritage.

The museum's library and archives contain a wealth of material related to Michigan's history, including books, documents, photos, and maps. The library and archives are open to the public and researchers can access materials in-person or request copies of material by mail. The library also hosts a variety of lectures and workshops throughout the year.

The Michigan Historical Museum also offers a variety of educational programs for school groups and community organizations. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of different age groups and include activities such as hands-on experiments, guided tours, and talks with curators.

The Michigan Historical Museum is a great place for visitors to learn about Michigan's past and gain an appreciation for its culture and people.

MICHIGAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in LANSING MI. US MID #8402600073

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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Michigan State Graduation 2024 Graduation of the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources at the Breslin Center, Michigan State University, April 27, 2024.
Mark Zickefoose and Bryan Paige <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> Band: The Next Paige
Rehearsals beneath the balcony <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> <i>Jams and Rehearsals</i>
Jamming in the Basement <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> <i>Jams and Rehearsals</i>
I Saw the Light After their solo gigs, the students and their accompanists presented a couple familiar songs. The audience joined in. <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> SMBMA Scholarship Students
Henson Preace and Mike Lange Henson, who studies with Davey Jones, was accompanied by his grandfather, Mike Lange. <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> SMBMA Scholarship Students
Belinda Henry and Keala Venama Belinda was accompanied by her fiddle teacher, Keala Venama. <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> SMBMA Scholarship Students
Lydia Rogers Lydia was accompanied by her banjo instructor, Dave Dowling, and by her uncle Danny. Dan's arm and guitar are visible, here. <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> SMBMA Scholarship Students
Pam and Bill Warren Bill and Pam are the President and Treasurer of the Southeast Michigan Bluegrass Music Association. In this photo they're watching over the Association's musical instrument petting zoo in the basement of Woldumar's barn. The SMBMA sponsors scholarships for young folks to take lessons to play bluegrass instruments. Four of those scholarship students performed at this Woldumar concert. <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> <i>Miscellaneous Photos</i>
Photographer <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> <i>Miscellaneous Photos</i>
Askin' for Trouble <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/jowo/albums/72177720316373427/">Woldumar Nature Center Bluegrass Jam, 4/21/2024.</a> Band: Askin' for Trouble

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MICHIGAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM
702 W. KALAMAZOO
LANSING
MI
48909

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MICHIGAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8402600073
Name MICHIGAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name MICHIGAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 42.731319, -84.562376
CODES FIPS State Code: 26
FIPS County Code: 065
US Census Tract: 006700
US Census Block: 2018