Browsers that can not handle javascript will not be able to access some features of this site.
Skip Navigation

Michigan.gov Home HAL Home | Site Map | Contact HAL | HAL Jobs | HAL Online Services | FAQ

HAL Agencies > Library of Michigan > Michigan Historical Center > Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs > Mackinac State Historic Parks > HAL Administration > Boards, Committees & Commissions Library of Michigan Mackinac Island State Park Commission Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs Michigan Historical Center Michigan Freedom Trail Commission Special Michigan Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Committee > Donate, Volunteer, Support HAL Special Attractions Students of All Ages Educators and Librarians Services and Collections Grants Publications & Products Cultural Economic Development

Printer Friendly    Text Version  Email Page Jump to a category... Special Commissions and ProjectsMichigan Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial CommitteeIdlewild Centennial CommissionWar of 1812 Bicentennial CommissionMichigan Quarter Commission-PROJECT COMPLETED 2004Land Use Leadership Council-PROJECT COMPLETED 2003Asia in the Schools-PROJECT COMPLETED 2002 Go Special Commissions and Projects HAL oversees various special commissions and projects. The Michigan Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Committee, the Idlewild Centennial Commission and the Michigan Commission on the Commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 are currently at work. Michigan Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Committee Michigan Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Committee The mission of the Michigan Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Committee is to provide leadership and direction for Michigan's celebration of the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth (Feb. 12, 2009). It will do so by helping people appreciate how Lincoln's life relates to the lives of countless Michiganians today, serving as a clearinghouse for information about celebration activities, promoting partnerships that provide programming, and demonstrating how Michigan is forever linked to the life of Abraham Lincoln. The official, comprehensive Michigan Lincoln Bicentennial site is at http://www.milincoln.org Idlewild Centennial Commission Idlewild Centennial Commission The Idlewild Centennial Commission was established to coordinate activities commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Idlewild resort community in Lake County. Founded in 1912, Idlewild represented freedom for many African Americans, being one of more than 30 resorts in the country where African Americans were permitted to vacation and purchase property before such discrimination became illegal in 1964. Commonly known as "Black Eden," Idlewild was an active, year-round community through the mid-1960s, frequented by well-known entertainers and professionals from throughout the country. War of 1812 Bicentennial Commission Michigan Commission on the Commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 The Michigan Commission on the Commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 is charged with encouraging, planning, and developing activities, events, programs, observances and services appropriate to commemorate the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. The commission will enlist the support of private citizens, businesses, nonprofit organizations and governmental entities in the planning and promotion of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812; in encouraging private citizens, businesses, nonprofit organizations and governmental entities to organize and participate in War of 1812 Bicentennial activities; and in researching and promoting the development of cultural, historical, and economic ... Michigan Quarter Commission-PROJECT COMPLETED 2004 Unveiling the Michigan Quarter: A Birthday Present for All of Michigan A diary of the Michigan Quarter introduction day, January 26, 2004! Follow the events and celebrations throughout the day. What is a "Michigan Quarter?" Why did Michigan citizens send us designs for a U. S. Quarter? Find out about the U.S. Mint's 50 State Quarters Program and the Michigan Quarter Commission. Michigan Quarter Project Time Line From the announcement of the Michigan Quarter Commission to the minting of the new quarter, follow the steps involved in designing, selecting, and producing Michigan's new quarter. The Votes Were Counted During early 2002, more than 40,000 persons cast votes for one of the five designs chosen to represent Michigan on the Michigan Quarter. See the results. The Significance of the Elements in the Five Proposed Michigan Quarter Designs The elements in each of the five proposed Michigan Quarter designs are related to the history and uniqueness of the state of Michigan. Michigan Quarter Commission Members Twenty-five individuals from around the state served on the Michigan Quarter Commission. Land Use Leadership Council-PROJECT COMPLETED 2003 Michigan Land Use Leadership Council Co-Chaired by former Governor William Milliken and former Attorney General Frank Kelley. The Director's of Environmental Quality, Agriculture, Natural Resources, History, Arts and Libraries, Transportation, and Labor and Economic Growth were all members. Asia in the Schools-PROJECT COMPLETED 2002 About the Michigan Commission on Asia in the Schools Learning about Asia is important, as the Asian region is home to over half of the world's population, politically strategic nations, and the fastest growing economies in the world. Report and Recommendations of the Michigan Commission on Asia in the Schools

HAL QUICK LINKS  •  SITE INDEX  •  Public Hours  •  ANSWER Library Catalog  •  Ask a Librarian  •  Contact HAL  •  E-mail HAL  •  Nominate someone for a HAL Hero Award  •  Press Releases  •  Shortcuts to HAL Web content More Special Links  •  Support our Troops  •  Maritime Tours

Michigan.gov Home | HAL Home | Site Map | Contact HAL | State Web Sites | FAQ Privacy Policy | Link Policy | Accessibility Policy | Security Policy | Michigan News | Michigan.gov Survey Copyright © 2001-2008 State of Michigan