October 19, 2009
October 2009 Kewenaw NHP Advisory Commission Meeting
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and U.S. Highway 41.
September 14, 2009
Volunteer and Celebrate National Public Lands Day 2009
National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public lands Americans enjoy. Join volunteers and park staff at Keweenaw National Historical Park on Saturday, September 26 as they clear vegetation, remove exotic plants, and clean the former Calumet & Hecla pattern storage warehouse.
September 03, 2009
Fourth Thursday In History Saving Money and Saving History: Historic Tax Credits Workshop
Do you own an old house or commercial building in a historic district, and is it in need of repair? Come learn how you can offset the costs of those repairs, regular maintenance, and rehabilitation by taking advantage of historic tax credits for owners of historic properties within national historic districts.
August 27, 2009
Fourth Thursday in History: Living at Old Victoria
Experience first-hand what Copper Country life was like 100 years ago at Old Victoria in Ontonagon County. Join us at 5:30 p.m. for a pre-program hiking tour through the Victoria mine site and the privately owned captain’s house. At 7:00 p.m., hear the stories of the people who lived at Old Victoria, complete with a special tour of the cabins and a treat baked in the wood stove. Please feel free to attend either or both parts of the program.
July 30, 2009
Park Awards 2009 Heritage Grants
The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park awarded eleven assistance grants this week
July 02, 2009
Union Building Exhibit Public Meeting -July 2009
Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Office of Krister Olmon, Inc. will host a public meeting on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, to present the status of the exhibit design for the historic Union Building in Calumet. The meeting will be held at park headquarters, located at 25970 Red Jacket Road, Calumet, Michigan beginning at 7:00 p.m.
June 22, 2009
Fourth Thursday in History - Michigan's Columbus: the Life of Douglass Houghton
Join author Steve Lehto as he recounts the life and times of one of Michigan's most celebrated individuals, Douglass Houghton, and signs copies of Michigan's Columbus: the Life of Douglass Houghton, his Steve Lehto as he recounts the life and times of one of Michigan's most celebrated individuals, Douglass Houghton, and signs copies of Michigan's Columbus: the Life of Douglass Houghton, his latest publication.
June 15, 2009
New Park Sign Unveiled
The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park unveiled the first park entrance sign Monday morning with park movement organizers, Keweenaw Heritage Sites representatives, community supporters, and local dignitaries on hand to participate in the occasion.
June 11, 2009
2009 Keweenaw Heritage Grants Available
The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is offering its Keweenaw Heritage Grants program once again this year. The grants are available to owners of historic property within the Quincy and Calumet units of the park.
May 26, 2009
Fourth Thursday in History: Marching off to War - the Military History of the Copper Country
Join local historian Nick Faller as he explores the military history of Michigan's Copper Country, from the founding of Fort Wilkins through World War II. This event will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 28th, 2009 at the Michigan Army National Guard Readiness Center, which is located at 57707 Military Avenue in Calumet.
May 01, 2009
Park Recruits 2009 YCC Applicants
Facility Manager Charles Masten has announced that area young people will share in a summer work opportunity offered through the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program, administered by Keweenaw National Historical Park, in Calumet, Michigan.
April 23, 2009
Firesteel Phantoms Are the High School Local History Smackdown Champions
Last night, the Firesteel Phantoms of Ontonagon High School withstood 16 other teams to claim the traveling Smackdown trophy in the seventh annual High School Local History Smackdown. The team – Francesca Picotte, Thaine Fuller, and Matt Wetsel, coached by Tom LeGault – lasted 15 rounds, proving their expertise in the history of the four-county Copper Country in front of an appreciative, cheering crowd.
April 17, 2009
2009 High School Local History Smackdown
Are you ready for the seventh annual High School Local History Smackdown? On Thursday April 23rd, come to the Calumet Theatre and keep score as 17 teams of high school students from the four-county area demonstrate their knowledge of the Copper Country's rich history. Which team will be the last one standing and take home the trophy?
The Smackdown will take place at the historic Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth Street in Calumet, at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday April 23rd, 2009. The event is free and open to the public.
April 17, 2009
April 2009 Park Advisory Commission Meeting
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and US Highway 41.
April 01, 2009
Get Ready for the 2009 History Smackdown!
Seventeen teams from eight Copper Country-area high schools will be asked questions much like this at the 2009 Local History Smackdown to be held the evening of April 23rd. The team that answers the most questions correctly – the last team standing at the end of the competition – is the Smackdown champion.
March 31, 2009
President Signs Park Legislation
President Barack Obama signed the historic Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 on Monday, March 30, which includes significant changes in Keweenaw National Historical Park’s legislation.
February 03, 2009
Park Seeks Public Input for Quincy Cultural Landscape Report
National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is inviting public involvement in the development of the Quincy Unit Cultural Landscape Report (CLR).
November 14, 2008
Park Seeks Public Involvement
The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking public involvement for the Union Building Interior Rehabilitation project.
October 27, 2008
October 2008 Advisory Commission Meeting
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at 9:00 A.M. in the second floor conference room at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41.
October 08, 2008
Planning for Union Building Exhibit Begins
The National Park Service is hosting a public meeting to invite your input on preliminary exhibit alternatives for the Union Building Interpretive Facility. The meeting will be held at park headquarters, located at 25970 Red Jacket Road, Calumet, Michigan beginning at 6:30 p.m.
September 16, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History: Exploring the Nonesuch Copper Mine
Join Bob Wild, interpreter at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, to learn more about the remote mining location of Nonesuch. This special, two-part event takes place on Thursday, September 25, 2008 in the park, located 15 miles west of Ontonagon, Michigan. The first part of the program is a hiking tour of the Nonesuch town site, mill, and other remnants of the mining location. The hike will start promptly at 5:00 p.m. The second part is a presentation on the history of the mine. This portion starts at 7:00 p.m. in the park’s visitor center.
August 21, 2008
Park Awards 2008 Heritage Grants
The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park awarded a total of ten Keweenaw Heritage Grants this week.
August 21, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History - A New Life in a New Land: The French Canadians Come to the Keweenaw
When French Canadians left the province of Quebec and came to Upper Michigan in the 1800s, they brought their own styles of clothing, music, and food with them. Come to see, hear, and taste how these traditions are being preserved by the Friends of Fashion, Maple Sugar Folk, and the bakers of Chassell!
This event will start at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 28th and take place in Chassell, Michigan, at the Chassell Heritage Center, located at 42373 Hancock Avenue.
July 21, 2008
Park Offers Grant Program: Keweenaw Heritage Grants -2008
The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is offering a Keweenaw Heritage Grants opportunity to owners of historic property within the Quincy and Calumet Units of the park.
July 21, 2008
Park Advisory Commission Meeting - July 2008
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 9:00 A.M. in the second floor conference room at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and US Highway 41.
July 21, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History: A Summer's Eve at Cliff Mine
The Cliff Mine was the first successful copper mining venture on the Keweenaw Peninsula, but little remains to remind us of its heyday. Join historians Larry Molloy and Dr. Philip Mason on Thursday, July 24th, 2008 as they reveal the mine's history in this special, two-part event.
The program will start at 5:30 p.m. with a walking tour of the mine site. Please meet at the marker on Cliff Drive. Parking is limited, so please plan accordingly. The terrain is rocky and uneven, and the trail crosses two small creeks; sturdy shoes are advised. The second part of the program starts at 7:00 p.m. at the former Church of the Assumption on US Highway 41 in Phoenix. Please feel free to participate in one or both parts of the program.
June 25, 2008
Isle Royale & Keweenaw Parks Association: An Old Organization with a New Name
The Isle Royale Natural History Association is celebrating its 50th birthday with a name change. The new organizational name is the Isle Royale & Keweenaw Parks Association.
June 24, 2008
Park Opens Headquarters
Keweenaw National Historical Park has moved back into its newly rehabilitated headquarters building, and invites the public to an Open House on Friday, June 27 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Park headquarters, at the corner of Calumet Ave. (US Highway 41) and Red Jacket Road, is located in the historic C&H General Office Building.
June 24, 2008
June Fourth Thursday in History
Join Bill Mulligan, history professor at Murray State University as he sheds light on the history of Irish immigrants in the Copper Country. This event will take place on Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. It will be held at the Union Building, located at 98 Fifth Street in Calumet, Michigan.
May 15, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History: The Biggest House in Town
Join the Dave and Julie Sprenger and John Rosemurgy, historical architect at Keweenaw National Historical Park, as they share the Laurium Manor's storied past. This event will take place on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. It will be held at the Laurium Manor Inn, located at 320 Tamarack Street in Laurium, Michigan.
May 12, 2008
Park to Invite Public Input on Quincy Cultural Landscape Report
Keweenaw National Historical Park will soon be inviting public participation concerning the development of treatment alternatives for the Quincy Unit landscape.
May 07, 2008
Jeffers Wins High School Local History Smackdown
The Painesdale Minds lived up to their name last Thursday, outwitting the competition to claim top honors in the sixth annual High School Local History Smackdown.
April 24, 2008
Advisory Commission Sets Goals
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission has released its draft strategic planning goals for public comment.
April 16, 2008
Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission Meeting - April 22, 2008
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 9:00 A.M. in the basement of the Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne's on the corner of Scott and Fifth Streets in Calumet's historic downtown district.
April 14, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History: Are You Ready for the Smackdown?
On Thursday April 24th, come to the Calumet Theatre and keep score as high school students from the four-county area demonstrate their grasp of local history. Which team will be the last one standing and take home the trophy?The Smackdown will take place at the historic Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth Street in Calumet, at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday April 24th, 2008.
March 21, 2008
Park Seeks Applicants for Advisory Commission Seats
Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) is seeking applicants to fill two expired seats on the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission. The Commission, composed of seven citizens appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, represents the public and the interests of their nominating body, and works collaboratively with the National Park Service to advise and assist with managing the resources of Keweenaw NHP.
March 21, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History: Writing Seasons of Faith
Join author Angela Johnson as she discusses the challenges and rewards of writing about local history, particularly when the topic is as personal as faith and as close as one’s home town. This event will take place on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. It will be held at St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church in Houghton, located at 305 Portage Street.
March 05, 2008
Sixth Annual High School Local History Smackdown Approaches
Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking high school teams from the four-county area to make a run for the Smackdown trophy on April 24, 2008. The event will take place at the Calumet Theatre in Calumet at 7:00 p.m. It is part of the “Fourth Thursday in History” series sponsored by Keweenaw National Historical Park. High-school age contestants are also welcome to form their own teams independent of school sponsorship; church groups, scouting groups or other youth groups are welcome to participate. The registration deadline is March 26, 2008, so assemble a team and start planning where to display the Smackdown trophy!
February 22, 2008
Junior Ranger Essay Contest Announced
The winner of this year's 2008 Junior Ranger essay contest will receive an all expense paid family vacation to one of the country’s most remarkable national parks and a starring role in an electronic field trip seen by millions of school children across the country.
February 15, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History: So Cold a Sky, Upper Michigan Weather Stories
Hear stories of how rugged pioneers endured the harsh environment of the Lake Superior basin. Learn about some of the biggest storms, the coldest and warmest winters, and the most “backward” spring. Meet and share your stories with Karl Bohnak, a veteran of 20 years at WLUC-TV6 and author of an award-winning book on Upper Michigan history.This event will take place on February 28th, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. It will be held in the Hancock Middle School Auditorium, located at 417 Quincy Street in Hancock.
January 16, 2008
Fourth Thursday in History: History of the Calumet Schools
Join Jeremiah Mason, archivist at Keweenaw National Historical Park, as he gives an illustrated presentation on the history of Calumet-area schools.
January 16, 2008
Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission January 2008 Meeting
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. in the UPPCO Building conference room located at 600 East Lakeshore Drive in Houghton.
December 06, 2007
Keweenaw NHP Ornament Displayed on the Official White House Christmas Tree
A Keweenaw National Historical Park ornament is prominently displayed on this year’s official White House Christmas Tree. The tree is the centerpiece of elaborate decorations celebrating the theme of “Holiday in the National Parks.”
October 22, 2007
Park Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) will be celebrating its 15th Anniversary this Saturday, October 27, 2007
October 17, 2007
Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission Meeting - October 2007
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ontonagon Township Memorial Building located at 311 North Steel Street in Ontonagon.
October 10, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: The A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum - Past, Present, and Future
After more than a century of collecting specimens from around the world, Michigan Tech's A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum has amassed one of the most important mineral collections in North America. Dr. Ted Bornhorst and Stanley J. Dyl will provide insight into the museum's illustrious past, its present-day activities, and its exciting future. This presentation will take place on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. It will be held in Room 100 of the Electrical Energy Resources Center on the campus of Michigan Technological University.
September 24, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: Legends of the Fall, A History of Keweenaw Forests
Natural processes, changing environments, and human activities have all shaped the Keweenaw Peninsula's forests. Join Michigan Technological University's Linda Nagel on Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in Room G002 of the Noblet Forestry Building as she describes the history of these woodlands, and explains how forests reveal changing perspectives about conservation and renewable resources.
August 24, 2007
National Park Service Gears Up for Centennial Challenge Projects
Keweenaw National Historical Park will benefit from the national proposals National Park Service Director Mary Bomar and Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne announced at a press conference in Yosemite National Park today to celebrate the 91st anniversary of the NPS.
August 16, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: The Ferries of Isle Royale, A Link to Island Wilderness
The ferries of Isle Royale National Park, Rangers I, II, and III, have been transporting supplies and people to the island since the park's beginning. These boats have served as a vital link between the busy mainland and the tranquil wilderness of the island. Take a behind the scenes look with interpretive ranger Katie Nessly as she highlights the history and the role the ferries play in supporting and maintaining the park.
The presentation starts at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 23, 2007 and will take place at the dock onboard the Ranger III, located at the Isle Royale National Park mainland headquarters, 800 E Lakeshore Dr in Houghton, Michigan. Barrier free access is not available and occupancy on the Ranger III is limited to 70 people.
July 19, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: History of Chassell Strawberry Farming
You are invited to come hear how Chassell turned from a thriving lumber producer to the Copper Country’s strawberry center. The presentation starts at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2007, and will take place in the Chassell Heritage Center.
July 18, 2007
Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission Meeting - July 2007
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. at the Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne's on the corner of Scott and Fifth Streets in Calumet.
June 25, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: Geology of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula
Created by the fire of ancient volcanoes and sculpted by the ice of glaciers, the Keweenaw Peninsula has a fascinating geologic history. Take an illustrated journey with geologist Bill Rose to learn how to read the landscape and gain a better understanding of the Copper Country's origins. The presentation starts at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 28, 2007 and will take place in room 139 of Fisher Hall on the Michigan Tech campus. Fisher Hall is located near the intersection of U.S. Highway 41 and MacInnes Drive in Houghton, Michigan. The presentation is free and open to the public.
May 24, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History - A "Handsome and Commodious" Building: the Quincy Mine Office
Over a century after it was constructed, the imposing sandstone Quincy Mine Office remains a prominent feature on the landscape. Using account ledgers, photographs, and letters between officials, National Park Service architectural historian Lynn Bjorkmann, will discuss the planning and construction of the building and highlight current projects to preserve the historic landmark. The Quincy Mine Office will be open at 5:30 p.m. for tours prior to the presentation.
May 16, 2007
Park Recruits Applicants for 2007 Youth Conservation Corps Program
Facility Manager Charles Masten has announced that area young people can share in a summer work opportunity offered through the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program, administered by Keweenaw National Historical Park, in Calumet, Michigan.
April 27, 2007
The Ontonagon Rum Runners Win High School Local History Smackdown
In the eighth round, with the championship hanging in the balance, the Ontonagon Rum Runners were faced with a true or false question: was it really true that the federal government hired out-of-work musicians to entertain Copper Country residents during the Great Depression?
April 19, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: Fifth Annual High School Local History Smackdown
Prepare to watch 18 teams compete for victory at the fifth annual High School Local History Smackdown, the much-anticipated April Fourth Thursday in History program. The event will take place at the historic Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth Street in Calumet, at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday April 26, 2007.
April 19, 2007
Park Advisory Commission to Meet
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at 9:00 A.M. at Finlandia University’s Finnish American Heritage Center on Quincy Avenue in Hancock.
April 09, 2007
James P. Corless named as Superintendent for Keweenaw National Historical Park
James P. Corless, Superintendent at Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in Skagway, Alaska, has been named as the new Superintendent of Keweenaw National Historical Park in Calumet, Mich.
March 22, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: Lake Linden's National Register Nomination
From beautiful and ornate churches to simple and modest homes, the history of Lake Linden is written in its architecture. Join Stephanie Atwood, Kim Hoagland, and John Rosemurgy as they discuss the community’s past and explain current efforts to nominate it to the National Register of Historic Places.
The presentation will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday March 22, 2007. It will be held in the Lake Linden-Hubbell High School Auditorium, located at 601 Calumet Avenue in Lake Linden, Michigan. The event is free and open to the public.
February 23, 2007
Park Headquarters Temporarily Relocates
In preparation for the interior rehabilitation of the former C&H General Office Building, Keweenaw National Historical Park headquarters has been relocated to downtown Calumet. The temporary headquarters location is on the second floor of the Merchants & Miners Building (formerly River Valley State Bank) at 200 Fifth Street.
February 16, 2007
Fifth Annual High School Local History Smackdown
Get Your Head in the Game: Fifth Annual High School Local History Smackdown Approaches
January 25, 2007
Fourth Thursday in History: Calumet's Catholic Churches
Using historic photos, National Park Service archivist Jeremiah Mason will present an illustrated talk on Calumet’s Catholic churches. The presentation will occur at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2007 at St. Paul the Apostle Church, which is located at 301 8th Street in Calumet, Michigan. The event is free and open to the public.
January 23, 2007
Keweenaw Heritage Sites Receive Designation
Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission announced the designation of nineteen Copper Country organizations to the new Keweenaw Heritage Sites program.
November 15, 2006
CLK Elementary School Library Celebrates Keweenaw National Historical Park Anniversary
The 14th Anniversary of Keweenaw National Historical Park is being celebrated with posters, exhibits, and special talks at the Calumet Laurium Keweenaw Elementary School Library.
October 24, 2006
Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission October Meeting
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, October 24, 2006, at 9:00 a.m. at the Finnish American Heritage Center on Finlandia University, located at 601 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan.
October 19, 2006
Keweenaw NHP Celebrates American Archives Month
October is American Archives Month, and Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) has three good reasons to celebrate this year.
October 12, 2006
Superintendent Announces Retirement
Frank C. Fiala, Superintendent of Keweenaw National Historical Park since April, 1997, will retire on January 3, 2007, after nearly 32 years of Federal service.
September 28, 2006
Stabilizing Quincy's Company Houses
As some of the oldest homes in the Keweenaw – dating from the Civil War era – Quincy’s company houses along US-41 have important stories to tell about life in a mining town. The structures, now owned by the Quincy Mine Hoist Association, have recently been the focus of a stabilization project led by Keweenaw National Historical Park staff. Come hear MTU graduate student Bode Morin and the National Park Service’s Steve DeLong and John Rosemurgy explain the history of these buildings and the efforts to ensure their survival.
This event will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, at the Quincy-Franklin-Hancock Fire Station located at 49850 U.S. Highway 41. For more information, including specific directions to the event, please call Keweenaw National Historical Park at 906/337-3168.
August 24, 2006
Fourth Thursday in History: Photographing Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula
Join local photographer Charles Eshbach as he offers tips for capturing photographic memories of the area and shares some of his own pictures of the Keweenaw Peninsula. The presentation will take place at 7:00 p.m. at in the Company Quarters (West Barracks) at Fort Wilkins, located just east of Copper Harbor on U.S. Highway 41.
August 02, 2006
Secretary of the Interior Appoints Commissioners
Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne made five appointments to the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission this week.
August 01, 2006
Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission Meeting
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, August 1, 2006, at 9:00 A.M. in the conference room of park headquarters, located at the corner of Calumet Avenue (U.S. Highway 41) and Red Jacket Road.
July 27, 2006
Fourth Thursday in History: Road Back to Central
This year marks the 100th Reunion at the Central Church, which will take place on Sunday, July 30th. Join Brian and Joan Wake as they share the history of the church and discuss this year’s annual gathering of the descendents of Central’s pioneering families. The Wake’s presentation will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 27th in the Central Church, located at 7362 Stagecoach Road in Central, Michigan.
May 22, 2006
Park Launches Keweenaw Heritage Sites Program
Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) and the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission announced today that they are seeking applications from sites throughout the Copper Country to partner with the park in providing interpretation and preservation of the copper story on the Keweenaw.
May 04, 2006
Recognition of Laurium Historic District
Keweenaw National Historical Park announces the successful partnership with Coppertown Museum and the Americana Foundation to complete a national register nomination for the Village of Lauruim.
May 01, 2006
Baraga Team Seize Smackdown Trophy
The Baraga High School Boondocks fended off some intimidating competition – including Discombobulated Ninjas, Desert Chickens and a team of Whiz Kids – to win the fourth annual High School Local History Smackdown, held April 27th at the Calumet Theatre.
October 12, 2005
Park Produces Walking Tour Brochure
Keweenaw National Historical Park recently released its first walking tour brochure for the former Calumet & Hecla Copper Mine
May 03, 2005
Ontonagon Area High School Wins Third Annual History Smackdown
Ontonagon High School’s Rolling Boulders clinched the win of the Third Annual High School Local History Smackdown. The team of four students successfully answered questions on the history, geography, and geology that define the Keweenaw Peninsula.
April 28, 2005
Park and School Coordinate Clean-Up
Keweenaw National Historical Park staff and students from the Washington Middle School participated in a clean-up of the former Calumet & Hecla Copper Mining Company industrial area.
December 15, 2004
Keweenaw National Historical Park Receives Two Grants
Keweenaw National Historical Park receives two grants from the National Park Foundation.
