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2012 High School Local History Smackdown

photo: A team confers after hearing their question during the 2007 High School Local History Smackdown.
A team confers after hearing their question during the 2007 High School Local History Smackdown.
NPS photo, Dan Johnson
 

The High School Local History Smackdown is a fast-paced competition that provides area students with an opportunity to have fun with history. The competition is part of the Fourth Thursday in History program, coordinated by Keweenaw National Historical Park.

The 10th Annual High School Local History Smackdown will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2012 at the historic Calumet Theatre.

  • Register a team for the 2010 Smackdown Register a team for the 2010 Smackdown

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  • Check out the 2010 Smackdown Student Guide Check out the 2010 Smackdown Student Guide

    takes you to information on the 2010 High School Local History Smackdown Read More

Did You Know?

Photo: Float copper on exhibit in Calumet

During the ice ages, glaciers ripped chunks of copper away from exposed rock outcrops and then carried the copper sometimes long distances before depositing them. These loose pieces are referred to as float copper.