MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP - The Nokomis Learning Center is dedicated to the preservation and presentation of the history, arts, and culture of the Anishinaabe people, it offers a variety of programs and services about Michigan Indian culture.

The Center has recently re-opened their doors to allow visitors get a unique educational experience.

"Michigan is derived from "Michiganmi", which means great lake or great water, Michigan's history is all about Native American, so to know the landing you are standing on, the past helps you looking at the future with clearer eyes," said Victoria Voges, the Director of the Nokomis Learning Center. "The beauty culture of Anishinaabe really brings everything back to balance, respecting earth, respecting each other."

On average the Center provides 275 tour programs a year to groups ranging in size from 15 to 120 people and larger for site visits.

Each year schools, scouting groups and individual visitors enjoy a "hands-on" learning experience with knowledgeable members of staff and volunteers.