1. Michigan became a state: November 6, 1835 marked the day that Michigan officially became the 26th state of the United States. Prior to this, Michigan was a territory that was part of the Northwest Territory.
2. Mackinac Bridge opened: November 6, 1957 marked the opening of the Mackinac Bridge, which is the longest suspension bridge in the Western Hemisphere. The bridge spans 5 miles and connects the Upper and Lower Peninsulas of Michigan.
3. First African-American judge elected: November 6, 1968 saw the election of the first African-American judge in Michigan history, Damon J. Keith. Keith's career as a judge spanned over 50 years and he was known for his rulings in civil rights cases.
4. Gerald Ford elected to House of Representatives: November 6, 1948 marked the day that Gerald Ford was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Michigan's 5th congressional district. Ford went on to become the 38th President of the United States.
5. Michigan approves recreational marijuana: November 6, 2018 saw the approval of Proposal 1, which legalized recreational marijuana in Michigan for adults over the age of 21. The law went into effect on December 6, 2018.
5 Fun Facts About November 6 In Michigan History
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