Michigan museums and zoos cash in with 2023 state budget - By
Jamie A. Hope- Michigan lawmakers earmarked millions in public money to Michigan museums and zoos.
"...The 2023 budget included lavish pork projects, including
$40 million for the arts. The Republican controlled legislature and Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer also came together to give tens of millions to museums and zoos throughout the state.
- Grand Rapids is set to receive $30 million for an amphitheater and another $11 million for the Grand Rapids Public Museum.
- The Jim Crow Museum at Ferris State was earmarked $1 million from the state budget. It is unclear why the money was designated, and there was no response to a request for comment from the museum.
- The Detroit Historical Society Museum will receive $4 million from taxpayers...
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