Rise & Progress: We Shall Defend

This year, all Rise & Progress programming is themed to the America 250 celebration. You can learn more about what we have in store for the year on our new special exhibits website: https://www.mscexhibits.org/.

We Shall Defend: Michigan Governors Who Served in the Armed Forces

Presenter Matt VanAcker will discuss the Twelve Michigan Governors have served in our country’s armed forces. From Governor Russell Alger’s leadership of the Fifth Michigan Cavalry during the Civil War, to Governor William Milliken’s contributions as a waist gunner on a B-24 Liberator during World War II, these Michiganders have answered the call to arms, and the call to public service. As America celebrates its 250th year, we will highlight their time in uniform and consider how their military experiences shaped their time in the Capitol.

Parking meters are free after 6pm. New this year: RSVPs are no longer needed.  

To watch via livestream, go to youtube.com/@mistatecapitol. The recording will stay on our YouTube page if you’d like to see it later.