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Preserving & Sharing the Story of Midland County

Discover the history of our community through events, exhibits and research with the Midland County Historical Society!

Upcoming History Events

Cemetery Tour / 150th Anniversary of the Midland Cemetery

SAT, OCT 28, 2023 / 12 - 1:40 PM (Timed Entry Every 20 Minutes)
at Midland City Cemetery  (3200 Orchard Dr., Midland, MI)

Celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Midland Cemetery in its current location with a guided tour of the oldest portions. By the time the current cemetery was created in 1873 the county was 18 years old and the village of Midland already had cemetery. Come learn why our citizens chose to move the cemetery and hear some stories about Midlanders who had to be evicted from their original grave sites and reinterned at the cemetery. This event is held rain or shine. Be sure to check out the Halloween Bash at the Center as well!

Sponsored by Wilson Miller Funeral Home

Brunch History / Capital Airlines Flight 67

SAT, NOV 11, 2023 / 11 AM (Service begins at 10 AM)

Midand County Historical Society presents "Brunch History" - a series of presentations where the public is invited to come in, order a specialty cocktail and a plate from a curated collection of brunch favorites, before enjoying an engaging presentation on the history of our community. Don't miss our STEM Brunch events as well, alternating each month!

Capital Airlines Flight 67
Step back in time with local historian Floyd Andrick for an in-depth "Brunch History" look at Capital Airlines Flight 67. On an icy Easter Sunday morning in 1958, Flight 67 embarked on a journey from Flint to Tri-City Airport, unfortunately not reaching its final destination. Mr. Andrick will present photos and unique first-hand accounts of this tragic accident. Join us for another Brunch History as we delve into this remarkable chapter of our community's past!


Brunch plated service is by pre-order only. Space is limited - pre-registration is recommended! Brunch food pre-orders will close on TUE, OCT 10 at 11 PM. Click here to view the menu.

Brunch History events are sponsored by Arbury Insurance Agency

Podcast

Midland In Our Own Words


Tune into the Midland County Historical Society's official podcast, Midland In Our Own Words, for a collection of oral history accounts from people of Midland County, Michigan. Uncovering stories of influencers and modern explorers from those in this community.

This podcast is made possible through a partnership with Tridge Media Productions.

Historical Research

While our research library remains closed for in-person discovery, we continue to assist researchers and members of the community in conducting the research of stories here in Midland County.

If you'd like to obtain access to documents and materials in our collections, please email Crystal Laudeman or Jake Huss.