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August 10, 2026

New Class on the History of U-M Football

by Lara Zielin

A new class, offered through U-M's School of Education, explores the history of Michigan football and beyond. "The History of Michigan Football, Vol. I (1879–1927): Education and Athletics" is open to alumni, fans, and more.

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July 14, 2026

Talk Radio with Bentley Director Alexis Antracoli

by Lucy Ann Lance

Ever wonder what you can find at the Bentley Historical Library, how it got its name, why it collects what it does, or some of the unusual items you can find here? In a recent interview with radio hose Lucy Ann Lance, Bentley Director Alexis Antracoli shares all this and more.

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July 2, 2026

Manuel Quezon Papers Now Online

by Lara Zielin

The Bentley Historical Library has made the papers of this vitally important Philippine leader available to researchers worldwide.

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June 28, 2026

New Peikert Fellows Announced

by Lara Zielin

Berkley Sorrells and Jaxson Kaplan-Rudolph are the latest cohort of a student fellowship program that helps preserve and share University of Michigan athletics history.

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Collections Magazine

Twice each year, the Bentley Historical Library produces Collections, a 24-page magazine dedicated to showcasing the very best of the Bentley.
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Public Workshops, Exhibits, and Events

Archives are for everybody! Learn about our upcoming exhibits and events.
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Making Michigan: A Lecture Series

Join us for the next free talk, and learn what U-M’s history means for its future.
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