Other LH Resources

A variety of useful and interesting local history resources and links are located on this page. All of these materials are also part of our Local History Online database. You can find them by following links in the categories below, or by keyword searching in the database.


Digitized Books and Publications

Selected full-text, keyword-searchable digitized books and publications on a wide range of local history topics. Click the arrow to expand each subject area and link to relevant resources.

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Jerry Lawler History Research Materials

Lawler Capitol Dome color.jpgJerry Lawler, a long-time employee in the Michigan State Capitol and a dedicated history researcher, compiled historical timelines and files on many topics relevant to local history research. The originals were saved on now-obsolete computer systems, and require extensive conversion and clean-up. As each new set of files is complete, we will be posting them here.

At left is a photograph of Jerry Lawler and an unidentified colleague, on top of the Michigan state capitol dome.



Find us on Social Media

Forest Parke Library & Archives is on Facebook (@CADL Local History), Twitter (@CADL_LocalHist), and Instagram (@cadl.localhistory). We also have a Local History video playlist on the CADL YouTube channel. Follow us!


Contact Us

For local history inquiries contact the Forest Parke Library & Archives at:

517-367-6313 or localhistory@cadl.org


Upcoming History Events

Reminisce - Growing Food on a Budget (Adults)

Wednesday Mar 20, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm Aurelius Our group meets monthly for reminiscing, fellowship and refreshments. New members are always welcome! Today, learn about growing food on a budget. Join Garden Project for a free workshop covering gardening basics on any budget. Gain insights into soil fertility, garden site prep, seed selection, and more. Walk away with free seeds, educational guides, and the knowledge to start your own thriving garden. Don't miss out on this fun and informative event! Read More

*Tip Toe through the Tulips - 95 years of Tulip Time (Adults)

Wednesday Mar 20, 2024 6:00pm - 7:00pm
All Locations
Join us for a history of the Holland Tulip Time Festival with Gwen Auwerda, Executive Director of the Tulip Time Festival. She is responsible for planning and executing this internationally recognized festival celebrating tulips, Dutch Heritage, and Holland today. The festival has been recognized as one of the top 100 events in North America by the American Bus Association for over 30 years & named the Best Flower Festival by USA Today. Over a half million visitors attend the festival each year which results in an economic impact of $48 million to the West Michigan area. 

Registrants will be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift card to VanAtta's Greenhouse and Flower Shop. Winners will be drawn immediately following the program and you must be present to win. *Registration is required to attend the event; click "Register" below. Participants will receive a Zoom meeting invite.
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