MICHIGAN HISTORIC
PRESERVATION
NETWORK
March, 2013
Dear Friend of Michigan Preservation:
I’m pleased to let you know that the Michigan Historic Preservation Network will be holding its 33rd Annual Statewide Preservation Conference “Ingredients of Place” in Marquette, Michigan, May 8-11. Once again, we’re reaching out across the state in search of great items for our annual silent auction. Whether you’ve provided us with an auction item in the past or would consider doing so for the first time, we welcome a contribution from you!
Our silent auction is an important part of the conference each year, not only because it gets our attendees to mix and network as they place their bids, but because its earnings help assure that the conference has a solid bottom line. We seek donations of all types and we’re always looking for creative new ideas for theme packages. Popular ideas from past auctions include historic tours, overnight stays in historic hotels or B&B’s, entertainment packages, books, works of art, unique antiques, and gift certificates of all types!
As a donor, you’ll receive recognition in signage at the Conference, and your donation may be tax deductible because the Network is a 501 (c) 3 organization. The deadline for receipt of donations is Wednesday, May 1, 2013. I’ve enclosed a donation form for your convenience. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you have; you’ll hear back promptly, either from me or from Vera Wiltse or Ken Czapski who are assisting with the auction.
To catch up on what’s new at the Network and to learn more about the conference, please visit us at www.mhpn.org. Many thanks for your support of our organization and historic preservation in Michigan!
Sincerely,
Emily
Emily B. Jarvi
2013 Auction Coordinator
517-281-9733
Michigan Historic Preservation Network
Nancy Finegood, Executive Director
313 East Grand River Avenue / Lansing, Michigan 48906
517-371-8080 / / www.mhpn.org