Compiled and presented by the Library of Michigan, it presents an online index and actual census images.

From the Making of America series,the complete text of an 1873 history of the state with biographies, portraits and illustrations. Compiled by Charles Tuttle.

Historic map of Michigan with an index by city and county.

Caroline Kirkland was a Michigan pioneer in the 1830s who wrote about her experiences. Her books were well received both in literary and popular circles. This is a partial online text of her most popular book. Contains a link to a brief biography of her.

Biography of Senator Chandler and portrait of statue donated to the U.S.Capitol by the State of Michigan.

In depth on-line resource with full texts of Local Historic Resources, on-line exhibits about Michigan, bibliographies of library historic materials, and professional advice.

A guide to the papers in the Bentley Library includes an introduction, a list of Governors from 1837-1991, and a description of the papers.

History and culture of Michigan. Discussion groups, newsletter, photographs, timelines, links, organizations, Michigan symbols.

Contains history of the northwest region. Chapters include the original Michiganders, exploration, war, lumbering, agriculture, and tourism.

Park Service guide for Michigan's only National Historic park. Provides travel basics, activities, printable travel guide, and links to this unique park.

An educational tour of this vital Lake Michigan shipping passage complete with 1912 nautical chart and historical and modern day photos.

From Michigan Epic, the history of the Lumbering Industry. Contains biographies, overview, photograph archives, and multi media files.

Erected in 1931 as a memorial to the lumbermen that harvested Michigan's white pine in the 1800's, the statue overlooks the Au Sable River. Photograph and link to the names of contributors.

Historic maps showing Michigan as part of the Old Northwest.

Contains historic plat maps for some counties, the 12th Michigan Infantry book, and 1912 School for the Deaf book.

Historical list of Governors from the Northwest Territory to the present. Includes dates, party, and links to biographical information.

Home of the Michigan Historical Museum System, State Archives, Records Management, State Historic Preservation Office, Michigan History Magazine and the Office of the State Archaeologist. Site contains links to all agencies, directions, and events.

A division of the Bentley Historical Library, that collects, processes, and makes available for research unpublished and published materials relating to Michigan history.

This is a survey of the designated historic sites in Michigan which have an historical marker. It contains the marker text and a site photograph of more than 1250 historical sites. It is a non-commercial, educational site not affiliated with the State of Michigan.

From the Michigan Manual published by the state legislature, contains a brief history, Conventions of Assent, and a Chronology.

This week in Michigan history, overview of the current issue, index, subscription information, and history e-store.

This site from the Library of Michigan contains facts and information about the State in general, including a selected timeline with links to further information.

An online tour of the Michigan Historical Museum galleries with in depth links covering Farm and Factory 1900-1930, 1920's Street Scene, the Great Depression, Arsenal of Democracy, the 1950's and 1960's.

This article chronicles over three hundred years of Michigan history by highlighting sixteen important dates and the people, places and events that make these dates significant.

Information and photos of places in Michigan listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the State Register of Historic Sites, as well as places with Michigan Historical Markers. Photo tour and searchable database.