Michigan State Information

Welcome to the Michigan information page! Take a look around and learn more about Michigan's history, and view some interesting facts and pieces of trivia. You can also find tips for scenic road trips and information about MI auto insurance. If you are moving to the great state of Michigan, you will be interested in tips to help you get started including: information about changing your driver's license, help with getting an auto insurance quote and even a handy Allstate Moving Checklist to get you organized.

Little Bit of History

The state of Michigan encompasses 97,990 square miles and is ranked 11th in the nation's total area. It was the 26th state to enter the union on January 26, 1837. Michigan was named after Lake Michigan, whose name is a French adaptation of the Ojibwe term mishigami, meaning large water or large lake.

Essentials

Motto-

If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you

Capital-

Lansing

Time Zone-

Eastern & Central

Demonym-

Michigander

Quarter

Introduced - 2004

Song

Michigan, My Michigan

A song to thee, fair State of mine, Michigan, my Michigan;

But greater song than this is thine, Michigan, my Michigan;

Did You Know?

• Detroit is known as the car capital of the world.
• Michigan ranks first in state boat registrations.
• The Mackinac Bridge is one of the longest suspension bridges in the world.
• The Detroit Zoo was the first zoo in America to feature cageless, open-exhibits that allowed the animals more freedom to roam.

Want more state information like this? Look it up at 50states.com

Are you moving to the great state of Michigan? Here are a few useful tips to help you stay organized throughout your move.

Driving in Michigan
Browse through the Michigan Department of State website and prepare yourself with important information such as requirements for obtaining your Michigan driver's license and vehicle registration information.

Moving Checklist and Home Inventory Record
Stay organized and don’t forget anything throughout the

• Stay on track with the Allstate Moving Checklist (PDF format)!
• Take a full inventory of your belongings with Know Your Stuff, our online home inventory tool, or download the Allstate Household Inventory Record list.

Always research your moving company's registration number, references, and complaint history. For more information, visit Relocation.com

Need an Insurance Policy in Michigan?
Find out if switching to Allstate might save you money by getting an auto insurance quote today (it's easy!) You can also talk to your neighborhood Allstate agent or call 1-866-621-6900 to get a quote over the phone.

Scenic Drives

Some suggested scenic road trips.

Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Michigan State Tourism site.

For more information specific to Michigan visit:

• Michigan State Catastrophe Information
• Michigan Auto Insurance Coverages

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