Sharon Hanks
Professional and amateur photographers in metro Grand Rapids have until June 1 to submit photos that showcase Michigan's architectural heritage in a new photo contest called "Old is the New Green." Eight regional winners will be awarded several things, including a getaway to an historical Michigan destination.
"We wanted to bring awareness to the historical architectural treasures of Michigan," says Mary Lou Keenon, a spokesperson for the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, which is sponsoring the contest along with the State Historic Preservation Office. "There are several prizes involved."
The National Trust has declared this year's theme to be "Old is the New Green" in recognition of the significant role historic preservation plays in more environmentally and economically sustainable development.
Photos must be received by June 1 by e-mail at [email protected] or by mail at the Lansing office. Those interested in particulars on the contest can view more here.
Eight regional winners will be notified by June 7 to receive either a gift card or one of three grand prizes which includes a trip to one of three destinations in the state: the Westin Book Cadillac in Detroit, the Park Place Hotel in Traverse City and the Stafford's Perry Hotel in Petoskey.
Source: Mary Lou Keenon, Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Lansing
Sharon Hanks is innovations and jobs news editor at Rapid Growth Media. Please send story ideas and comments for the column to Sharon at [email protected]. She also is owner of The Write Words in Grand Rapids.
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