Michigan became the 26th state on January 26, 1837. Lansing is the state capital. There are currently 83 counties each with a courthouse.

Click on a county below to learn more:
Highest Point – Mount Arvon ( 1,979 feet ) is located in Baraga County
Lowest Point – Lake Erie ( 571 feet ) is located in Monroe County
Oldest Courthouse - Lapeer County (1845)
Oldest Former Courthouse - Berrien County (1839)

State Capitol – Lansing

Governor Mansion – Lansing

Old Governor Mansion – Mackinac Island