Michigan, US

About

Michigan is a state located in the Great Lakes region of the Midwestern United States. Bordered by four of the five Great Lakes, it is known for its extensive coastline and forests.

Some key facts about Michigan:

• Capital: Lansing
• Population: Around 10 million (10th most populous state)
• Area: 96,716 square miles (11th largest state)
• Nickname: The Great Lakes State

Michigan is divided into two peninsulas - the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula, which are separated by the Straits of Mackinac. The Mackinac Bridge connects the two peninsulas.

Michigan has a very strong manufacturing heritage, especially in automobiles in cities like Detroit and Flint. It continues to be a major auto manufacturing state today. Other important industries include tourism, agriculture, and high-tech.

Some of Michigan's most iconic sites include the Henry Ford Museum, Mackinac Island, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Pictured Rocks. The state also features wineries, beaches, lighthouses, and campgrounds. The University of Michigan is a major educational institution.

Michigan is known for its variation in seasons with warm sunny summers and cold, snowy winters. The state is surrounded by the Great Lakes which moderates temperatures.

In summary, Michigan is defined by its Great Lakes coastline, manufacturing legacy, diverse landscapes ranging from forests to sand dunes, and continental seasonal climate. Its natural beauty and cultural sites make it a Midwestern gem.

Quick Facts about Michigan

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Geography

Michigan is located at 44°15'1"N 85°30'1"W (44.2502900, -85.5003300). It has 6 neighbors: Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin and Ontario.

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The largest city of Michigan is Detroit with a population of 665,369. Other cities include, Grand Rapids population 200,031, Sterling Heights population 131,709, Ann Arbor population 119,280 and Lansing population 112,640. See all Michigan cities & populated places.

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Cities, Towns, Villages, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in Michigan.

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People born in Michigan, including writer Katherine Applegate, inventor Lloyd Groff Copeman, football player and coach Heartley Anderson, .

List

• James A. Allison (American entrepreneur and businessman) he was born in 11/08/1872
• Jill Ritchie (American actress) she was born in 05/03/1974
• Richelle Mead (American writer) she was born in 12/11/1976
• Lawton S. Parker (American impressionist painter (1868-1954)) he was born in 07/08/1868
• Chris Owen (American actor) he was born in 25/09/1980
• Carlton Elmer Purdy (American botanist (1861-1945)) he was born in 16/03/1861
• George Winston (American recording artist; pianist) he was born in 01/01/1949
• William Franklin Wight (American botanist (1874-1954)) he was born in 08/06/1874
• Laura Joh Rowland (American author) she was born in 01/01/1954
• Pia Cayetano (Filipino politician) she was born in 22/03/1966
• Elizabeth Haydon (American writer) she was born in 01/01/1965
• Andre Metzger (American amateur wrestler) he was born in 01/01/1960
• Andrew Sunyar (American physicist) he was born in 01/01/1920
• Miriam Hall (US tennis player) she was born in 17/11/1877
• Tina St. John (American writer) she was born in 01/01/1966
• Carol Karp (mathematician) she was born in 10/08/1926
• Mark Crilley (Comic artist) he was born in 21/05/1966
• Annie Tomlin she was born in 01/01/2000

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