Thumbwind Publications has opened the Michigan History Site Index, a free public directory that brings 409 Michigan history sites into one searchable resource. The collection includes 359 historical organizations and 50 independent history websites.

Finding a local historical society, museum, or history group can take time. The directory gives readers a practical place to begin, whether they are planning a visit, working on a school project or researching a Michigan community.

Michigan history sites in one searchable directory

Visitors can search by name, town, county, subject, and website information. Filters sort listings by region, county, record type, and website status. When a listing includes related stories, the page can also show up to three recent posts.

Each listing may include an address, phone number, email address, website or source notes when that information is available. The directory also includes independent history blogs and websites that cover Michigan people, places, and events.

Listings remain useful when a website is missing

Some local groups do not have a standalone website. They still have a place in the index. When a direct website is not listed, readers can use a clearly labeled web search link. Records with only a general Facebook link offer a search for the organization’s Facebook page.

This gives readers a useful starting point without presenting an uncertain link as the organization’s official website.

Map searches can help with trip planning

The Michigan History Site Index includes county map searches. Listings with a confirmed address can provide directions; other entries offer a labeled map search. Before traveling, contact the organization to confirm its hours, admission costs, and accessibility. Those details are not verified for every listing.

A working guide to Michigan history

The Michigan History Site Index is designed for desktop and mobile use. It can help travelers plan a stop, give students a starting point for research, and help families find local history resources.

The directory is a working reference, not an official or exhaustive state registry. Website links and organization details can change, so readers should confirm information with each group.

Visit the Michigan History Site Index to search Michigan history sites by name, county, region, or record type.