Object Type: Folder
In Folder: State Government Records
The Wildlife Division is charged with the conservation of more than 400 species of animals, including threatened and endangered plant and animal species. Wildlife biologists make science-based recommendations on hunting regulations, habitat management, public hunting access, and protection of threatened and endangered species. The division also co-manages the state forests with the Forest Resources Division and directly administers approximately 400,000 acres of state game and wildlife management areas.
The Parks and Recreation Division protects, preserves, acquires and manages Michigan’s state parks, cultural and historic resources within state parks, trails, state forest recreation, and boating access sites. The division also operates 19 state harbors and partners with 63 locally operated public harbors that make up the Harbors of Refuge system.
The Real Estate Division manages land transactions and records for the 4.6 million acres of DNR-managed public land in the State of Michigan.
The Michigan History Museums system operates the flagship museum in Lansing, four sites in the Upper Peninsula and six field sites in the Lower Peninsula. Exhibits at the history museums weave together stories, facts, and artifacts about Michigan's past from pre-historic times to present day. Other museum activities include children's programs, teacher workshops, seasonal activities, the production of educational materials, and the operation of a store.
The Michigan History Center (MHC) fosters curiosity, enjoyment and inspiration rooted in Michigan's stories. MHC includes the Archives of Michigan, Michigan History Museum and 11 museum and historic sites across the state. MHC shares not only collections and ideas, but also the experience of asking questions, finding answers and reaching conclusions.
The DNR's Public Information Office coordinates the communication of core DNR messages to a variety of audiences, serves as the primary contact for media outlets, and partners in marketing department initiatives, programs and services.
The Marketing and Outreach Division works with partners, using a strategic combination of outreach, communication, education and retention activities, to foster individual growth and engagement in Michigan outdoor recreation and stewardship and create advocates for sound resource management.
The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. The department strives to protect natural and cultural resources, ensure sustainable recreation use and enjoyment, enable strong natural resource-based economies, improve and build strong relationships and partnerships, and foster effective business practices and good governance.
The Archives of Michigan is responsible for preserving the records of Michigan government and other public institutions. The collections also include documents, maps, photographs and film from private individuals and organizations.
