The Historical Society of Greater Lansing is again pleased to extend the invitation from our friends at the Michigan State Capitol to attend the next installment of their Rise and Progress monthly programming series. This month’s program is central to the fabric of Lansing, the laying of the Capitol cornerstone 150 years ago, marking the biggest and busiest day the community had ever seen.

“Constructing Michigan’s Capitol was a momentous project. Creating a building that would be not only a workplace, but a testament to our state’s accomplishments & an investment in its future. On October 2, 1873, Michigan’s citizens celebrated this immense undertaking at laying of the Capitol’s cornerstone. Join us in commemorating the 150th anniversary of this grand ceremony & learn how the little city of Lansing hosted over 30,000 people who arrived to see history in the making! Presented by Cambray Sampson.”

Offered in person and virtual on October 17, 2023. Please RSVP to capitoltourguides@legislature.mi.gov. This event was rescheduled from October 3, 2023.