[Michlib-l] eNews from HSM: State History Awards, James Oliver Curwood, Essay Contest, Hudson River Valley Tour, Upcoming Events

Fri May 17 10:00:06 EDT 2019

Nominations Due for State History Awards!

Deadline: July 26, 2019

Each year, the Historical Society of Michigan presents State History Awards
to individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to
the appreciation and understanding of Michigan history. The awards will be
presented on Friday, September 27, 2019, during the annual Michigan History
Conference in Ludington. The State History Awards recognize the excellence
of achievement by an individual or organization in the collection,
preservation, and/or promotion of state and local history.

 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/state-history-awards/> Learn more
about the State History Award categories.

<http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/State-History-Award-No
mination.pdf> Download the 2019 nomination form.

Nominations and supporting materials must be received in our office by
Friday, July 26, 2019, at 5 p.m. Nominations received after that date and
time will not be accepted, regardless of postmark. 

There's still room for you on our Hudson River Valley Tour this July.

The Hudson River Valley offers visitors vast scenes of natural beauty, rich
culture, and fascinating history. Several key battles of the American
Revolutionary War took place in the region centuries ago, and in more recent
history, countless painters from across the United States and around the
globe have found artistic inspiration in the valley's brilliant scenery.
Join the Historical Society of Michigan's "Michiganders on the RoadT" for
our 9-day, 8-night Painters and Patriots: Hudson River Valley Tour from July
12 to July 20, 2019.

<https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Hudson-River-itinerary.pd
f> See the full Hudson River Valley Tour itinerary.

<http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/hudson-valley-regis
tration/> Register online for the Hudson River Valley Tour.

<https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Hudson-River-registration
.pdf> Download the Hudson River Valley Tour registration form.

James Oliver Curwood

Owosso-native author and conservationist James Oliver Curwood was one of the
world's highest-paid and most widely read authors of the twentieth
century-but he never lost his love for Michigan. Born on June 12, 1878,
Curwood spent his formative years in Owosso before adjusting to a wandering
lifestyle as an adventurer and explorer, frequently visiting Alaska and the
Canadian Northwest. That love of adventure lead him to write several popular
adventure novels, including Kazan (1914), The Grizzly King (1916), and The
River's End (1919). 

By 1922, Curwood's success as a writer and remarkable wealth allowed him to
build an eighteenth-century, French-style chateau in his hometown of Owosso,
which he named Curwood Castle. Curwood's legacy lives on today. His Owosso
writing studio, Curwood Castle, currently serves as a museum, and the city
of Owosso hosts a Curwood Festival each year to celebrate the area's
heritage. 

Michigan Historical Review

2019 Graduate Student Essay Prize

The Michigan Historical Review is seeking papers from graduate students
exploring themes related to Michigan's past! Eligible entries must use
original primary sources in research; represent an addition to historical
knowledge; relate to Michigan history; and be no more than 12,000 words,
double-spaced and footnoted (do not include author's name anywhere within
the manuscript). Please include a cover letter that details the entrant's
program, school, and supervisor. Papers will be judged on originality,
research, style, and proper documentation. Payment is awarded in two
allotments: at the time of announcement and at press. For more information,
please call (989) 774-6567. 

Send to: mihisrev at cmich.edu

Deadline: July 1, 2019

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The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural
organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and
explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses
on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming,
and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote
Michigan's rich history.

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For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit
<http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at
<mailto:hsm at hsmichigan.org> hsm at hsmichigan.org.

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The Historical Society of Michigan

5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911

Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370

 <https://hsmichigan.org/store/donate/make-a-donation/>
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We're hiring!

The Historical Society of Michigan seeks a qualified individual to serve as
Graphic Designer. For more information and application instructions, please
visit our website below.

 <http://hsmichigan.org/resources/position-openings-in-michigan/> Check out
our 

 <http://hsmichigan.org/resources/position-openings-in-michigan/> History
Job Board.

The American Association for State and Local History needs your feedback!

What visitation trends have you seen at your site over the last few years?
The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) is conducting a
national visitation survey  and wants your feedback! Please take five
minutes to complete the survey and share it with other interested
institutions. 

 <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AASLHVisitation> Take the survey!

Upcoming Events From Our Members

The Grand Rapids Public Library presents "Crazy Horse: The Lakota Warrior's
Life and Legacy,"

Tuesday, May 21, in Grand Rapids.

The Michigan Barn Preservation Network (MBPN) presents the "Annual Spring
Barn Tour," Friday, May 31, in Washtenaw County.

The U-M Clements Library presents "Frontier Rebels: The Fight for
Independence in the American West, 1765-1776," Tuesday, June 4, in Ann
Arbor.

The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society (GWBHS) presents "Apple
Island Tours," Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9, in 

Orchard Lake.

 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/> For more calendar events, see our
website!

Interested in featuring an event or exhibit on HSM's online calendar and
eNews?

We are always looking to support our member organizations, and one of the
ways we show support is by advertising your events and exhibits. Have an
exhibit or event you'd like promoted?
<http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/event-submission/> Feel free to submit
your listing via our online calendar registration form here. 

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