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Originating from the Ojibwe word mishigamaa, meaning “large water” or “large lake”, Michigan was admitted into the union in 1837 as the 26th state.
With a population of about 10 million, it is the 10th most populous and the largest state by total area east of the Mississippi River.
Michigan has the nation’s longest freshwater coastline, is bounded by four of the five Great Lakes and is the only state to consist of two peninsulas; the Lower Peninsula (proudly referred to as the “mitten” by residents) and Upper Peninsula are separated by the Straits of Mackinac. 90% of the “U.P.” is forested land and is an important tourist destination known for its accessible wilderness, unique landscapes, vast wildlife, 150 waterfalls and the Soo Locks (where ocean-going freighters make the 21-foot leap from Lake Superior to Lake Huron). And with its deep music roots, automotive heritage, thriving arts and farming communities and endless recreational opportunities, the Lower Peninsula has something for everyone to enjoy year round.
With 100 state parks and public beaches, some of the highest freshwater sand dunes in the world, two national lakeshores, 129 lighthouses, 10 shipwreck museums & diving preserves and the only national marine sanctuary in the Great Lakes (the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Lake Huron) Michigan is an absolute must visit!
The Michigan State Map is 18" wide by 24" tall.
Looking for a custom matted and framed piece? Choose from Montana hand-scraped pine, antique maple burl, rustic Montana barn wood or reclaimed Flathead Lake larch. (Learn more about the Flathead Lake Larch here). You can also choose between green and blue mats. All frames come standard with conservation clear glass which is guaranteed 99% UV protection. Upgrade to Museum glass which also guarantees 99% UV protection but also provides ZERO GLARE - this is the quality glass you would find in gallery settings. You can also request a complete customization by emailing us.
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All Xplorer Maps lithographic maps are printed on heavy-duty, 80 lb. cover stock using only soy-based inks and 50% post-consumer product. The medium for Giclee prints is 100% cotton, MUSEO MAX, heavy rag with absolutely no optical brighteners. These giclee prints represent the finest original artwork reproduction in the industry and will appreciate in value approximately 5% annually for a true investment in art.
Every print is shipped in our unique and distinct “illustrated tube” that is safe and convenient for shipping, and travel as they fit in all standard carry-on-luggage.
A lot of map art is simply stock or "open source" imagery with a logo or small piece of custom art overlayed so that it can then be marketed as "original, custom, art". Xplorer Maps is different. Every single line, letter and image has been intricately rendered entirely by hand. Each is unique and original to every new map we create. These maps are truly custom and one of a kind!
The medium used by world-renowned illustrator Chris Robitaille for these hand-drawn maps is pen & ink with multiple layers of watercolor washes. Depending on the depth of detail in the map being rendered, the actual art process takes anywhere from 5-8 weeks.
The end result is an entirely custom, unique and original piece of art that has been fully vetted for "educational merit, historical and geographic accuracy and cultural relevance.
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The Thousand Islands are a group of more than 1,800 islands in the St. Lawrence...
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Originally purchased from the Russian Empire in 1867, Alaska became the 49th U.S. state on...
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Originally founded in 1630 by Puritan settlers, Boston was part of the original 13 colonies...
