Historical Interests

The Historical Activities and Projects Act, Public Act 212 of 1957, MCL 339.161, gives a township board the authority to raise and appropriate money for the purpose of fostering any activity or project that, in the opinion of the board, tends to advance the historical interests of the township.

The Municipal Historical Commissions Act, Public Act 213 of 1957, MCL 399.171 to 399.172, authorizes a township board to raise and appropriate money for the purpose of fostering any activity or project which the township board determines will advance the historical interests of the township.

Historic Local Districts Act
Public Act 169 of 1970, MCL 399.201, et seq.

Local Historic Districts
Tax Incentives for Historic Buildings
Historic Preservation Incentives Programs
Michigan Historical Markers Program
Michigan Department of History, Arts and Libraries

The Governor John B. Swainson Award is presented by the Michigan Historical Commission to state, county, city, village or township employees who have contributed to the preservation of Michigan history even though such activities are not part of their primary job responsibility. The Commission nominates and selects the recipients, who are recognized at a ceremony in Lansing during Michigan Week in May.