MLIS, Wayne State University (2006)
Master of Arts, Western Michigan University (1980)
Bachelor of Arts, Western Michigan University (1978)
State, Local, and Regional History, History of Kalmazoo


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Office: 4314 Friedmann Hall
Email: lynn.houghton@wmich.edu
Phone: (269) 387-8491 (Archives)

Teaching

Since 2002, I have been teaching History 3290: Michigan History.

Professional Experience

I am the Regional History Curator for the Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections. In addition, I have been in the public history field for thirty years working as a museum curator, speaker, historical researcher, writer and librarian.

Research

The main focus of my research is on state, regional and local history specializing on the history of Kalamazoo and its vicinity. Another area of interest is architectural history.

Publications

Kalamazoo Lost and Found (with Pamela O'Connor), Kalamazoo Commission for Historic Preservation, 2001.

Other Professional Activies

Since 2002 I lead free guided walking tours held during the summer and fall of various neighborhoods and other areas around Kalamazoo looking at their history and architecture sponsored by Gazelle Sports. I have been doing walking tours since 1980.

• Kalamazoo County Historical Society, Member and Treasurer, 1980-present.
• Kalamazoo Historic District Commission, Chair and Member, 1994-2004.
• Kalamazoo Historic Preservation Commission, Chair and Member, 1986-1994.
• Ministry with Community, 1995-present.
• Kalamazoo Public Schools, parent volunteer, 1992-2009.
• Glowing Embers Girl Scout Council, Leader, 1994-2003.