1. The Michigan State Capitol building was dedicated on April 17, 1879. The Capitol, which is located in downtown Lansing, is a National Historic Landmark and houses the offices of the Michigan governor and legislature.

2. The Michigan Earthquake of 1879 occurred on April 17 and was one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded in the state. The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 4.6, caused some damage to buildings and was felt over a wide area.

3. The first official game at Tiger Stadium in Detroit was played on April 17, 1912. The stadium, which was also known as Navin Field and Briggs Stadium, was home to the Detroit Tigers until it was demolished in 1999.

4. On April 17, 1945, U.S. forces liberated the Dachau concentration camp in Germany. Among the soldiers who helped liberate the camp was former University of Michigan football player Bob Westfall.

5. Michigan native and musician J Dilla was born on April 17, 1974. Dilla, whose real name was James Dewitt Yancey, was a prolific producer and collaborated with many artists throughout his career. He died in 2006 at the age of 32.