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Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections cares for more than 165 years of Michigan State University's history.

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#DYK that Mackinac Island has been a tourist destination for generations? This undated photograph shows a summer cottage on the island. #MSUHistory

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#TBT Photograph taken in 1977 of a veterinarian petting a cat during Vet-a-Visit. #MSUHistory

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#DYK that the Kellogg Biological Station had a Summer Talent Show in July 1976? This photograph shows six students participating in the talent show. Encore! #MSUHistory

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#TBT Undated postcard of the Michigan Agricultural College campus as seen from the roof of the Women's Building, Morrill Hall. Printed on the front reads "Bird's eye view M.A.C." and "C.E.W." #MSUHistory

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#DYK that Onn Mann Liang was one of a group of 20 international students studying at Michigan State College in the 1920s? This photograph, circa 1925, shows Liang seated with another man outside of a house. #MSUHistory

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#TBT Photograph taken in 1971 of a duck, mouth wide open, swimming on the Red Cedar River. We love our campus ducks! #MSUHistory

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#DYK that spring and summer terms are times for high-jinks and suntans around an outdoor pool? This photograph taken in 1961 shows two women pouring water on their sunbathing friends. Happy Summer! #MSUHistory

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#TBT A watercolor painting of the Cowles House, painted in 1895. The text on the back of the photograph reads "Watercolour-1895. Belonged to Jessie Beal - Daughter of W.J. Beal." #MSUHistory

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#DYK that Michigan State College students had the opportunity to participate in the Leland Summer Art School? This photograph taken in July 1940 shows two students painting on a pier in Leland, Michigan. #MSUHistory

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#TBT Photograph of the Cosmopolitan Club for social engagement among foreign students, circa 1914. #MSUHistory

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#DYK that the exterior of the Forestry Building was covered in ivy in 1950? This photograph taken in August of 1950 shows the beautiful ivy covered walls. #MSUHistory

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#TBT Undated photograph of a man standing in a field of crops. On the back reads: "Shoesmith?". #MSUHistory

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#DYK that Michigan Agricultural College had a recreational Women's Baseball Team in 1922? This photograph shows the women's team practicing on a field, and reads on the front "Girl's Baseball MAC 1922." #MSUHistory

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#TBT A color postcard of the Beal Botanical Gardens in 1904. Printed on the front reads "Wild Garden, Agricultural College, Lansing, Mich." #MSUHistory

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#DYK Farmers could attend talks on labor saving tactics demonstrated by the Michigan State College Extension Service Emergency Farm Labor Section? This photograph taken on June 22, 1928 shows farmers attending one such talk in Barry County. #MSUHistory

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#TBT In honor of the MSU Union's Centennial Celebration, please enjoy this photograph of the Michigan State Union as seen from the air in 1949. The label on the back of the photo reads: "Tom Tryon - State Journal, 1949, Student Union." Happy Centennial Celebrations! #MSUHistory

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We are saddened by the passing of Michigan State University’s former First Lady Dolores Wharton, a passionate advocate for the arts. She was a wonderful person and joy to work with as we helped steward her collection.

A tribute link is available here: https://t.co/U8sZdBCEWp

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#DYK that campus' beloved Sparty Statue was carved by Leonard D. Jungwirth? This photograph taken in June 1944 shows Jungwirth carving the Sparty Statue prior to its dedication ceremony on June 9, 1945. Happy Sparty Dedication Day! #MSUHistory

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#TBT Brochure highlighting events during Pride Week, April 25-May 4, 1991, hosted by the Alliance of Lesbian-Bi-Gay Students. Happy Pride Month! #MSUHistory

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#DYK that the Dairy Store has been a bustling spot on campus for decades? This photograph taken on March 14, 1957 shows an employee behind the counter and people sitting at tables enjoying ice cream. #MSUHistory