Michigan was the first state to provide in its Constitution for the establishment of public libraries.
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In 1817 the University of Michigan was the first university established by any of the states. Originally named Cathelepistemian and located in Detroit the name was changed in 1821. The university moved to Ann Arbor in 1841.
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The city of Novi, Michigan was named from its designation as Stagecoach Stop # 6 or No.VI.