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About MassTimber@MSU

MassTimber@MSU is a leading program at Michigan State University dedicated to advancing the use of mass timber in construction. The program focuses on research, education, and outreach to promote sustainable building practices in Michigan, the Great Lakes region and beyond.

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Highlights

Michigan Mass Timber Catalyst Program

The Michigan Mass Timber Catalyst Program provides funding and technical assistance to support the successful use and implementation of mass timber by early adopters in Michigan.

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Tall Timber: The Future of Cities in Wood

MassTimber@MSU and Michigan Department of Natural Resources, with sponsorship support from Bedrock, Rossetti, Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights, The Christman Company / Christman Constructors, Inc., and Metro Signs & Lighting, are hosting the traveling exhibit TALL TIMBER: The Future of Cities in Wood.

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News

Michigan Mass Timber Catalyst Program Announces Awarded Projects with Supplemental Call for Upper Peninsula-based Projects

Published on February 5, 2026
The Michigan Mass Timber Catalyst Program has awarded $350,000 combined with a year of technical assistance to boost the development of nine building projects around the state. Supplemental call for Upper Peninsula-based projects runs Feb. 9-March 2
Fire Design Specification for Wood Construction

Published on January 21, 2026
During this Michigan Mass Timber Community of Practice meeting, we will have a conversation about fire design considerations with mass timber, with a presentation from Jason Smart, Senior Director, Fire Engineering, of the American Wood Council.
MassTimber@MSU and DNR bring traveling exhibition on mass timber construction to downtown Detroit

Published on December 15, 2025
An exhibition highlighting the potential of mass timber construction is open in downtown Detroit, featuring skyscrapers made of wood and the story behind the growth of this sustainable building technique.
Groundbreaking Collaboration Focuses On Curriculum Design For A New Generation Of Timber Construction Professionals

Published on November 11, 2025
Michigan State University's Construction Management program and the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute in Adrian, MI will partner to develop the nation’s first non-union mass timber workforce curriculum.
Mass timber momentum continues in state with new Michigan Mass Timber Catalyst Program to encourage construction

Published on October 22, 2025
Project teams can receive cash awards ranging from $25,000 to $75,000