Blog, News & What Clients are Saying

​In the News

I am frequently quoted and  mentioned by the news media, as well as in press releases from historical & genealogical societies and colleges. On this page, you will find a selection of those articles and video clips. Click the button below to go to the press coverage frm the media and other sources page. 

Mike in the News

Mike's History Blog

I use this blog as a place to share my experiences while practicing the history craft. ​Watch the online journal for pieces on research projects I’m working on, tips for doing local and family history in Delaware and Maryland, and news and comments of interest to those following the  practice. ​The posts provide additional insight into my work and my interest​.   Click the button below to go to Mike's History Blog

Mike's Blog

Social Media Channels

Since I have a great time studying the past, I use a number of social media channels to share photos, stories, and conversations about the past and the projects I am working on.  Here are links to my Delmarva History, Cecil County History and Mike Dixon, Historian Facebook pages.  

Delmarva History

Mike Dixon, Historian

Cecil County History

WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

Professor Dixon is a wonderful teacher.  He is always prepared, with a fun and interesting class.  He is highly knowledgeable and is happy to share his experiences in history.                                               Student

Everyone told me how successful your program on the canal was .  The crowd was delighted and responsive to your show.  Have you any more or are  you afraid to tell?  Thanks so much . . . It was a feather in the cap of the  library System.
 Cecil  County Library System

Mike is helping to build a strong future for Elkton out of its rich  historical past.  The goal is to turn Elk Landing into a living history center  that will attract tourist.  He serves as the president of the Foundation.  He is someone who looks ahead as well as back and he has a vision for Elk Landing  and the town that takes advantage of its rich history.
 Cecil  Whig Editorial (daily newspaper)

The items you brought for “show and tell” sparked even more enthusiasm for doing family history.  The handouts you provided were excellent  and I appreciate your efforts in tailoring your presentation to local  resources.
Carroll County Public  Library

Quite a few of our members have expressed to me how enjoyable and  informative they found your interactive discussion.  We hope we can plan some  other programs with you.
Upper  Shore Genealogical Society -- Denton, MD

Even when the room was filled with experienced researchers, I think  it is very safe to say that each of us learned at least a few things.
Frederick County Genealogical Society

When you combine a vast historical knowledge along with excellent  writing skills you come up with award winning material.  The gentleman we are  honoring this evening brings to the endeavor a strong wit, a great passion, and  documented knowledge of who and what we have been about for hundreds of  years.
 Cecil  County Chamber of Commerce

Your presentation was well researched and well presented.  I enjoyed  listening to what you had to say on researching historic homes, and have heard  similar comments from patrons who attended.  I was especially impressed by the  give and take interaction you developed with the audience.  I would not hesitate  to recommend your presentations to others.
Kent  County Public Library

What stories our treasures of the past can tell!  But who is  listening?  Well, Mike Dixon is listening and thereby enriching the present and  the future.  . . .  We in the arts recognize art in many forms.  We appreciate  your art of discovery and enthusiasm for the record of human interaction with  the treasures of the earth.
Cecil  County Arts Council

Our members thoroughly enjoyed your interesting program regarding the  history of Delaware’s penal system and image the classes you teach are filled  with students as captivated as we were.  Thank you once again and we’re looking forward to another opportunity to hear you in the future.
P.E.O. Club, Wilmington, Delaware

As tourism coordinator for Cecil County, I often need historical  guidance with projects and events.  Mike’s wealth of knowledge combined with his  incredibly helpful demeanor, have often been the key to the success of these projects
 Cecil  County Office of Tourism

It is wonderful to find professionals and academics such as yourself  willing to participate in educational activities involving young people. . . .  Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm and expertise with these young students  and their families.
 Johns  Hopkins University

A word of thanks is here expressed to Michael Dixon, a junior at the Elkton High  School who joined the Society’s working staff during his summer vacation.  He  was very helpful . . . . Michael is the first high school student who has ever  evinced sufficient interest in Cecil County history to offer his services to the  Society.
Historical Society of Cecil County Newsletter -- From the late 1960s 

It was truly a  lovely evening last night.  I’m quite sure that I  speak for all of us when I say that your discussion was very informative and  fascinating, and that you made us feel comfortable as well as engaged in the  conversation.  Not an easy task!  Given  the fact that you lecture on more than  one topic, I have high hopes of us inviting you back again.
New  Castle  County  Library

Dixon led some 16 attendees on a guided tour of the resources  available to those who wish to research the history of their house.  The  presentation was not so much a lecture as a freewheeling exchange in which  audience members contributed ideas and stories.
Kent  County News

You were not only professional, polite, and informative, but you  made the evening an enjoyable time.  The participants have given amazing feedback,  stating that it was a great learning experience.  . . .  The lesson was a huge  success. It would not have been so without your help.
Elkton Police Department

Professor Dixon is very knowledgeable about his subjects. Professor Dixon's real life experiences made the class interesting and enjoyable.                                                              Student

Those of us who have been involved with the Foundation's accomplishments can proudly look back on the phenomenal progress made under Mike's leadership.  From the start, there was no question as to who should lead the effort; one who had an uncanny grasp and knowledge of things historic, coupled with intellect, good business sense and dedication to the community.  We appreciate his dedication and contributions during the formative years of what will most certainly become known as a shinning example of historic preservation.
Historic Elk Landing Foundation Trustees

Many thanks for the  fascinating presentation you made to the Delaware Press Association when  illuminating the topic of “When Radio, Television & Mass Communication Came of Age.”  The old audio and video clips were just great in helping to recreate a  sense of where we came from.  You were positively inspirational.  I’ve had a number of notes and several conversations with people who were there, and the program is still getting rave reviews.  
Delaware Press Association

Mr. Dixon is a much sought after speaker on genealogical and historical subjects featuring the Delmarva area.  This is an excellent opportunity to learn from this expert
Rehoboth Beach Museum

First I want to say thank you for a great talk.  I've been working on the river for 47 years and this is the best description of the C&D Canal I've ever heard.
Fort Delaware Society Member

Thank you for your fantastic presentation on the Mason Dixon Line.  You sure have a touch for concisely sharing important information in a lively way.  And your graphics and PowerPoint skills are wonderful.  We hope to see more of your programs.
Library Patron 

Thank you so much for bringing your "Duck and Cover" program to the library.  I know everyone in the audience enjoyed it.  And the music was a great addition to the PowerPoint presentation.  It is obvious that you enjoy your subject.  Thanks Again
Harford County Library

I thoroughly enjoy Professor Dixon's enthusiastic method of teaching. He makes the subject matter interesting. The resources that Professor Dixon uses are outstanding. The visual documentaries are highly informative and enlightening. I feel that his unique manner of presenting some of the U.S.'s tumultuous historical events is commendable as some of the events were highly sensitive especially concerning racial tensions in America and the Vietnam war. Additionally, he takes extra measures to ensure that the material is well understood and provokes class participation.                                                                      Student

SOME CLIENTS

. ​AARP
. Allegheny County Historical Society
. Anne Arundel County Genealogical Society
. Baltimore County Dept. of Aging
· Baltimore  County Library
· British  Broadcasting Service
· Cab Calloway School for the Arts.
. Capital Gazette Communications
· Caroline  County Public Library
. Carroll County Genealogical Society
· Carroll  County Public Library
. Cecil College
· Cecil County Board of Education
· Cecil County Planning Office
· Cecil County Public Library
· Cecil County Office of Tourism
· Cecil Whig
. City of Annapolis Heritage Commission
· City of Cumberland
· City of Havre de Grace
· Charles  County Genealogical Society
· Chesapeake Life
· Coalition  to Protect Maryland Burial Sites
. College of Southern Maryland
. Community College of Baltimore County
. Corbin Memorial Library, Crisfield, MD
. Corbitt-Calloway Free Library
. Delaware  Agricultural Museum
. Delaware African American Genealogical Society
· Delaware  City Main Streets Program
. Delaware Genealogical Society·
. Delaware  Humanities Forum
· Delaware  Library Association
· Delaware  State Archives
· Delaware  State Parks
· Delmarva  Discussions
· Delmarva  Humanities Council
· Delaware  Press Association
. Delaware  Technical & Community College
. Delmarva  Quarterly
. Dover Public Library
. Downstate Delaware Genealogical Society
· DuPont
· Elkton  Alliance
. Elkton Police Department
· Enoch Pratt Library
. Fort Delaware Society
. Frederick County Landmarks Foundation
. Frederick Historic Sites Consortium
· Frederick County Genealogical Society
· Frostburg Main Street Program
. Garrett County Public Schools
. Garrett Lake Arts Festival
. Georgetown Historical Society
· Harford  Community College
. Harford County Genealogical Society
. Harford  County Historical Society
· Harford  County Public Library
. Harrington Public Library
· Havre de  Grace Maritime Museum
. Heritage Frederick
· Heritage  Museums of Havre de Grace
. Hosanna School Museum
· Johns Hopkins University
· Kent County Historical Society
. Kent County DE Public Library
· Kent County MD Public Library
. Kent Island Heritage Society
​.  Lewes Public Library
. Maryland Association of History Museums
. Maryland Historical Trust
. Maryland  Humanities Council
. Maryland  Life
· Maryland  Public Television
· Methodist Country Home
. Milton Historical Society
. Milton Public Library
. Montpelier Mansion
. Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area
. Museum on Main Street
· NAACP
· National  Association for Interpretation
. National Endowment for the Humanities
· National  Park Service
· New Castle County Public Library
. Oxon Hill Farm, A National Park
. Prince George's County Dept. of Parks & Recreation
· Public Allies Delaware
. Rehoboth Beach Museum
. Rehoboth Beach Public Library
· Sassafras River Association
.  Salisbury  University
· Small Museum Association
. Smithsonian Institution
. Somerset County Library
. South Coastal Library, Bethany Beach, DE
· Spruce  Forest Artisan Village
· St. Mary’s County Genealogical Society
· St. Michaels Historical Society`
· Surratt  House Museum
. Sussex County Genealogical Society
 ·Susquehanna Greenways
· Susquehanna Museum of Havre de Grace
· Talbot  County Library
.  Tourism Council of Frederick County 
· Town of  Elkton
· Town of  Odessa
. University of Delaware
· Upper Chesapeake Genealogical Society
· W.L. Gore & Associates
· Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
. Washington County Public Library
· Wesley  College
· Wilmington Free Library
. Wilmington University
· WVIA, Public Television, Scranton, PA
. Wicomico County Public Library
· Worcester  County Library
. Wilmington University
. WYPR