On October 30, juniors Zac Broughman and Tyler Wilson both attended a tour for student appreciation week with Mr. Cook in Michigan’s capital city, Lansing. They attended tours of the state capitol building and Michigan ’s Museum of History.
Not only did they tour the buildings to be exposed to some of the capitol building’s history, but they also met representatives and senators and were able to speak with them and be introduced to Michigan’s leaders. “It was pretty informational touring the capital building,” said Broughman.
The state house is the busiest attraction in downtown Lansing. Students and tourists come from all over to view this historical
building and for Zac and Tyler to be able to view this attraction was a special occasion.Pittsford High School and other schools that attended were able to choose two students from their school to participate in this activity. It was an honor to be chosen as leaders of the school and the perk is being able to enjoy various activities such as what Tyler and Zac participated in.
The building and its surroundings are very educational. When you think of politics and the leaders of our country, excitement and entertainment might not be on your list of description for the area, but the two shared their feelings about their trip and both of their comments seemed as if they really did have a good time. “I’ve been there like 20 times! It’s very informational,” said Tyler.
The Michigan Historical Museum, located in the Michigan Library and Historical Center is also a favorite of many who come to Lansing to view this building. The Michigan Historical Museum features a dramatic four-story atrium and a three-story high topographical map of Michigan. The museum and capital building offer many events during the year and this event that our two PHS students were able to attend is just one of them. Many of the activities they offer are very educational and give you the chance to expand your knowledge of these things that go on in our state that most people might not be so knowledgeable about before they tour and learn about the these things.
