https://www.nps.gov/kewe News releases from Keweenaw National Historical Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-04-28-2026.htm Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:21:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The meeting will be held in-person at Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, located at 25970 Red Jacket Road. This is the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-04-28-2026.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commissioned-artist-for-keweenaw-national-historical-park-to-unveil-new-sculptures.htm Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:02:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park, the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission, Isle Royale and Keweenaw Parks Association, and the Quincy Mine Hoist Association will unveil three new sculptures at the Quincy Smelter (48991 Maple St, Hancock, MI), on Wednesday, July 30, at 10:00 a.m. All members of the public are invited to attend. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commissioned-artist-for-keweenaw-national-historical-park-to-unveil-new-sculptures.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-announces-2025-keweenaw-heritage-grant-awards.htm Mon, 12 May 2025 08:29:00 EST (Posted on behalf of the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission.) The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is pleased to announce that this year’s Keweenaw Heritage Grant program has awarded $124,880 in funding for various historic preservation, interpretation, education, and curatorial projects covering an area stretching from Copper Harbor to Rockland. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-announces-2025-keweenaw-heritage-grant-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-01-14-2025.htm Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:41:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-01-14-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-10-08-2024.htm Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:13:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-10-08-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commissioned-artist-for-keweenaw-national-historical-park-to-unveil-sculptures.htm Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:06:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park, the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission, and Isle Royale and Keweenaw Parks Association scheduled the unveiling of four sculptures on the landscape at the Quincy Dry House Ruins along US-41, Thursday, September 26, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; all members of the public are invited to attend. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commissioned-artist-for-keweenaw-national-historical-park-to-unveil-sculptures.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-07-23-2024.htm Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:46:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-07-23-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commission-announces-keweenaw-heritage-grant-awards.htm Thu, 06 Jun 2024 06:32:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is pleased to announce that this year’s Keweenaw Heritage Grant program has awarded $117,082 in funding for various historic preservation, interpretation, education, and curatorial projects covering an area stretching from Eagle Harbor to Ontonagon. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commission-announces-keweenaw-heritage-grant-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/summer-2024-activities-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:43:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park located on the Keweenaw Peninsula of Michigan has a variety of interpretive programming to deepen and enhance visitor experiences. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/summer-2024-activities-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/kasey-koski-selected-for-commissioned-artist-program.htm Wed, 08 May 2024 04:56:00 EST This summer Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP), Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission, and Isle Royale and Keweenaw Parks Association (IRKPA) welcome Kasey Koski as the first artist to participate in our new Commissioned Artist Program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/kasey-koski-selected-for-commissioned-artist-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-04-23-2024.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:21:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-04-23-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commissioned-artist-program-launch.htm Mon, 05 Feb 2024 07:25:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park, its Advisory Commission, and Isle Royale and Keweenaw Parks Association seek an artist to create an art installation on the western side of US-41, near the Dry House Ruins. The goal of the new commissioned artist program is to use art to return the presence of people to these historic landscapes. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/commissioned-artist-program-launch.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2024-heritage-grant-applications-open.htm Tue, 16 Jan 2024 06:12:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is now accepting applications for the 2024 Keweenaw Heritage Grant Program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2024-heritage-grant-applications-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-01-09-2024.htm Thu, 04 Jan 2024 07:10:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, January 9th, 2024. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-01-09-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-october-10-2023.htm Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:20:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-october-10-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-july-12-2023.htm Thu, 06 Jul 2023 09:01:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building and virtually over Zoom. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-july-12-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-announces-2023-keweenaw-heritage-grants.htm Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:22:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is pleased to announce that this year’s Keweenaw Heritage Grant program has awarded $125,963 in funding for various historic preservation, interpretation, education, and curatorial projects covering an area stretching from Copper Harbor to the Porcupine Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-announces-2023-keweenaw-heritage-grants.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/open-house-for-national-historic-landmark-district-updates.htm Thu, 01 Jun 2023 04:41:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission are hosting an open house on June 12 at 7pm to share updates on the two National Historic Landmark (NHL) districts within park boundaries: Calumet and Quincy Mining Company. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/open-house-for-national-historic-landmark-district-updates.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2023-historic-preservation-award.htm Wed, 10 May 2023 13:55:00 EST On Thursday, May 4, Keweenaw National Historical Park, Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance, Village of Calumet, Calumet Downtown Development Authority, Main Street Calumet, Houghton County Land Bank Authority, and Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission received a Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation for the collaborative Bring Back Calumet initiative. The award was presented by Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) during a ceremony hosted by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2023-historic-preservation-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-12-2023.htm Thu, 06 Apr 2023 09:32:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building and virtually over Zoom. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-12-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-heritage-sites-program-accepting-applications-2023.htm Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is happy to announce that the Keweenaw Heritage Sites program is accepting applications for new heritage sites. Inclusion provides sites increased visibility and marketing opportunities, grants access to the professional expertise of the National Park Service, funding opportunities designed specifically for Heritage Sites, and connects sites to a network of like-minded organizations with common purposes, goals, and challenges. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-heritage-sites-program-accepting-applications-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2023-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2023 04:00:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is now accepting applications for the 2023 Keweenaw Heritage Grant Program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2023-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-january-17-2023.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:23:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday January 17, 2023. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building and virtually over Zoom. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-january-17-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-seeks-applicants-for-advisory-commission-2022.htm Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:18:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) is seeking applicants to fill an expired seat on the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-seeks-applicants-for-advisory-commission-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-november-16-2022.htm Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:09:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Wednesday November 16th, 2022. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-november-16-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-october-19-2022.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:12:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Wednesday October 19th, 2022. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building. The Commission requires attendees to wear a mask if they are unvaccinated. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-october-19-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-july-27-2022.htm Wed, 20 Jul 2022 12:04:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Wednesday July 27th, 2022. The meeting will be held in person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, 25970 Red Jacket Road, Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-july-27-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/alden-steck-artwork-on-display-at-keweenaw-nhp.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:41:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is pleased to announce an exhibition of paintings by late Keweenaw artist Alden Steck at the Calumet Visitor Center from mid-July to mid-August 2022. The Calumet Visitor Center is located at 98 Fifth Street in the Village of Calumet, Michigan. 2022 summer hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Wednesday through Sunday. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/alden-steck-artwork-on-display-at-keweenaw-nhp.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-announces-keweenaw-heritage-grant-awards.htm Fri, 20 May 2022 08:21:00 EST 24 grant applications were received this year with 14 chosen to receive awards. Projects ranged from: building and historic resource repair and maintenance, visitor accessibility improvements, collections digitization and management, and educational field trips. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-announces-keweenaw-heritage-grant-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-wednesday-april-13th-2022.htm Tue, 05 Apr 2022 10:18:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Wednesday April 13th, 2022. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, 25970 Red Jacket Road, Calumet. The Commission requires attendees to wear a mask if they are unvaccinated. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-wednesday-april-13th-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/living-windows-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm Wed, 08 Dec 2021 03:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park will host living window displays featuring the Chassell Heritage Organization’s Friends of Fashion on Saturday, December 11 and Saturday, December 18 from 12:00 to 2:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/living-windows-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-10-18-21.htm Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:53:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene virtually for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Monday October 18th, 2021. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building. The Commission requires attendees to wear a mask if they are unvaccinated. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-10-18-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-visitor-center-winter-spring-hours-2021-22.htm Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:57:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is pleased to announce continued visitor center hours into spring of 2022. The Calumet Visitor Center will be open on Fridays and Saturdays, 10 am to 3 pm, beginning October 22, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-visitor-center-winter-spring-hours-2021-22.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-7-29-2021.htm Fri, 23 Jul 2021 16:13:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene virtually for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Thursday, July 29th, 2021. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building. The Commission asks attendees to wear a mask if they are unvaccinated. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-7-29-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-2021-heritage-grants.htm Thu, 13 May 2021 07:41:00 EST The Advisory Commission and National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park are pleased to announce that 16 Keweenaw Heritage Grants have been awarded for projects across Michigan’s historic Copper Country. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-2021-heritage-grants.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-2021.htm Tue, 13 Apr 2021 09:59:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene virtually for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Monday, April 19th, 2021 via Zoom. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2021-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm Thu, 28 Jan 2021 04:55:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is now accepting applications for the 2021 Keweenaw Heritage Grant Program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2021-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-january-2021.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2021 10:27:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene virtually for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, January 19th, 2021 via Zoom. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-january-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-welcomes-new-historical-architect.htm Tue, 05 Jan 2021 07:42:00 EST John Arnold has been selected to serve as the Keweenaw National Historical Park Historical Architect. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-welcomes-new-historical-architect.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-nhp-receives-women-in-parks-grant.htm Thu, 20 Aug 2020 12:28:00 EST (Calumet, MI) To commemorate the centennial of the 19th amendment, which prohibited states from denying the vote on the basis of sex, and recognize centuries of under recognized sacrifices and contributions to the U.S. made by women, including Black women, Indigenous women and all women of color, the National Park Foundation (NPF) announced more than 20 inaugural grants through its Women in Parks initiative. These grants will fund projects highlighting women’s stories at national parks across the country, including Keweenaw National Historical Park. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-nhp-receives-women-in-parks-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-august-5-2020.htm Tue, 04 Aug 2020 11:33:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene virtually for its regular quarterly meeting at 12:00pm on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 via Zoom. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-august-5-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-heritage-grants-2020.htm Fri, 29 May 2020 09:04:00 EST The Advisory Commission and National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park are pleased to announce that 17 Keweenaw Heritage Grants have been awarded for projects across Michigan’s historic Copper Country. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-heritage-grants-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-appointments-to-advisory-commission-2020.htm Thu, 28 May 2020 12:03:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) is pleased to announce two appointments to the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission. Glenn Anderson is a new appointment representing the interests of the State of Michigan. Karin Cooper, representing the Houghton County Board of Commissioners, has also been reappointed to a second term on the Commission. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-appointments-to-advisory-commission-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/visitor-experiences-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm Wed, 27 May 2020 12:38:00 EST Vistas and self-guided walking tours are open and accessible to all visitors of Keweenaw National Historical Park. Visitors can find useful resources for exploring the park on the park website and social media pages. Specific Heritage Site information can be found on individual site webpages or social media pages. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/visitor-experiences-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/copper-traces-2020-cancelled.htm Tue, 21 Apr 2020 07:20:00 EST The fourth annual Copper TRACES educational event at Keweenaw National Historical Park has been cancelled due to Michigan Executive Order No. 2020-42, and the transition of physical school attendance to remote learning. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/copper-traces-2020-cancelled.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2020-keweenaw-heritage-grants-application-deadline-extended.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2020 04:42:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is extending the application deadline for the 2020 Keweenaw Heritage Grant Program to Friday, May 1, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2020-keweenaw-heritage-grants-application-deadline-extended.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2020 08:09:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities to promote social distancing. As of 18 March 2020, Park Headquarters building and the History Center in the old C& H Library are closed to nonessential personnel until further notice. The Calumet Visitor Center, which is closed for the season, will remain closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-appointment-to-advisory-commission.htm Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:25:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) is pleased to announce two appointments to the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission. Keith Koppernolle is a new appointment representing the interests of Calumet Township. John Sullivan, representing Franklin and Quincy townships, has been reappointed to a third term on the Commission. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-appointment-to-advisory-commission.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-1-28-2020.htm Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:49:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-1-28-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2020-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm Tue, 07 Jan 2020 10:53:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is now accepting applications for the 2020 Keweenaw Heritage Grant Program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2020-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-visitor-center-closes-for-winter.htm Mon, 23 Dec 2019 06:55:00 EST The Calumet Visitor Center at Keweenaw National Historical Park will close for the winter from December 29, 2019 – April 2020. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-visitor-center-closes-for-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/holiday-open-house-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park-2019.htm Tue, 03 Dec 2019 05:13:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is hosting a holiday open house at the Calumet Visitor Center on Friday, December 6, from 5:00PM-7:00PM. This event is part of the Main Street Calumet’s Christmas in Calumet kickoff. The park will host ornament making activities and tree trimming, live music by members of the Monday Night All Stars, along with refreshments. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/holiday-open-house-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-days-and-hours-of-operation-at-the-calumet-visitor-center-2019.htm Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:32:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park will reduce the hours and days of operation at the Calumet Visitor Center in October. The facility will be open Friday and Saturday from 11:00am – 4:00pm from October 25 – December 28. Winter hours and days of operation after January 1, 2020 have yet to be determined. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-days-and-hours-of-operation-at-the-calumet-visitor-center-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-october-15-2019.htm Tue, 08 Oct 2019 10:40:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-october-15-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-area-trails-organizers-seek-public-input.htm Tue, 24 Sep 2019 04:47:00 EST Representatives from local municipalities, agencies, businesses, and non-profit organizations are working to increase access to and connectivity of trails in the Calumet area. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-area-trails-organizers-seek-public-input.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/clk-high-school-artwork-on-display-at-keweenaw-nhp.htm Fri, 20 Sep 2019 09:22:00 EST Learning about local history through art is a theme that CLK High School art teacher Susan Rosemurgy explores with her class each fall. This year, students were asked to create a painting that would focus on an issue, topic, or concern and explore symbolism and social realism in their compositions. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/clk-high-school-artwork-on-display-at-keweenaw-nhp.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/youth-photography-exhibit-and-jacob-riis-traveling-exhibit-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm Thu, 29 Aug 2019 03:52:00 EST The National Park Service would like to invite the community to a special exhibit opening at the Calumet Visitor Center on Friday, September 6, 2019 from 6:00-8:00 pm EST. Two new exhibits are being featured on the third floor between now and October 20, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/youth-photography-exhibit-and-jacob-riis-traveling-exhibit-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-august-2019.htm Tue, 13 Aug 2019 07:41:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Monday, August 19, 2019 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-august-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-moved-to-august.htm Thu, 11 Jul 2019 08:13:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission’s regular quarterly meeting originally scheduled for July 16, 2019 has been rescheduled for August 19, 2019. The Commission will send a reminder press release the week prior to the August meeting.  https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-moved-to-august.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/draft-accessibility-self-evaluation-and-transition-plan.htm Thu, 20 Jun 2019 09:08:00 EST As part of a planning process Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking public input about a Draft Accessibility Self Evaluation and Transition Plan through July 11, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/draft-accessibility-self-evaluation-and-transition-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/summer-2019-visitor-center-hours.htm Tue, 04 Jun 2019 13:01:00 EST The Calumet Visitor Center at Keweenaw National Historical Park is open from Memorial Day through September 30, 2019, on a Monday – Saturday schedule from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day. Everyone is invited to visit this facility as you plan summer outings to local Keweenaw Heritage Sites or share our region’s history with visiting family and friends. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/summer-2019-visitor-center-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-seeks-new-executive-director.htm Mon, 03 Jun 2019 11:22:00 EST (Calumet, MI) The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as their new Executive Director. The Commission’s current Executive Director, Scott See, will be leaving the position later this summer after ten years in the role. See said, “The job is an excellent opportunity for someone to focus on historic preservation, solve real problems, and facilitate visible progress with a diverse set of stakeholders and partners.” https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-seeks-new-executive-director.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/naturalization-ceremony-to-take-place-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm Wed, 22 May 2019 09:03:00 EST On Thursday, May 23, Keweenaw National Historical Park is hosting a naturalization ceremony at the Calumet Visitor Center. Approximately 30 individuals from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula will become naturalized citizens in this historic building located in downtown Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/naturalization-ceremony-to-take-place-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-4-30-2019.htm Wed, 24 Apr 2019 07:47:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-4-30-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-seeks-applicants-for-advisory-commission-2019.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2019 08:04:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) is seeking applicants to fill two expired seats on the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-seeks-applicants-for-advisory-commission-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/planning-for-the-upcoming-national-endowment-for-the-humanities-exhibit-jacob-a-riis-how-the-other-half-lives-march.htm Fri, 08 Mar 2019 06:41:00 EST The Quincy Mine Hoist Association, Keweenaw National Historical Park, and Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission are jointly hosting a National Endowment for the Humanities traveling exhibit. The exhibit, Jacob A. Riis: How the Other Half Lives, will be on display at the Calumet Visitor Center from September 3 – October 20. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/planning-for-the-upcoming-national-endowment-for-the-humanities-exhibit-jacob-a-riis-how-the-other-half-lives-march.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/jacob-a-riis-exhibit.htm Thu, 07 Feb 2019 07:24:00 EST The Quincy Mine Hoist Association, Keweenaw National Historical Park, and Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission are jointly hosting a National Endowment for the Humanities traveling exhibit. The exhibit, Jacob A. Riis: How the Other Half Lives, will be on display at the Calumet Visitor Center from September 3 – October 20. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/jacob-a-riis-exhibit.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2019-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm Tue, 05 Feb 2019 03:55:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission is now accepting applications for the 2019 Keweenaw Heritage Grant Program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2019-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-2_5_19.htm Tue, 05 Feb 2019 02:10:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-2_5_19.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-visitor-center-open-again.htm Mon, 28 Jan 2019 02:13:00 EST The Calumet Visitor Center at Keweenaw National Historical Park will resume winter hours of operation on Friday and Saturday this week. The facility is open from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm every Friday and Saturday through late May. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-visitor-center-open-again.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/holiday-open-house-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm Thu, 29 Nov 2018 05:21:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is hosting a holiday open house at the Calumet Visitor Center on Friday, December 7, 2018 from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/holiday-open-house-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-days-and-hours-of-operation-at-the-calumet-visitor-center-2019-20.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2018 07:20:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park will reduce the hours and days of operation at the Calumet Visitor Center in October. The facility will be open Wednesday – Saturday from October 1 – 20. After this date, the facility will be open on Friday and Saturday from October 21 – May 25. The hours on Friday and Saturday will be from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-days-and-hours-of-operation-at-the-calumet-visitor-center-2019-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/youth-photography-exhibit-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm Wed, 05 Sep 2018 05:19:00 EST The National Park Service would like to invite the community to a special exhibit opening at the Calumet Visitor Center this Friday, September 7, 2018 at 6:00 pm. “My Neighborhood, My Heritage” features the photographs of area youth who learned about, and then documented, six local towns this past summer. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/youth-photography-exhibit-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/site-improvements-at-italian-hall-property.htm Thu, 30 Aug 2018 05:24:00 EST The site of Calumet’s Italian Hall is the recipient of much well-deserved attention this fall. Recently, a stone memorial was placed at the site with the name of each Italian Hall victim inscribed within the stone. That stone will be formally dedicated soon. The walkway to the arch was also improved, to make the memorial more accessible to all visitors interested in the site. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/site-improvements-at-italian-hall-property.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-7-7-18.htm Tue, 10 Jul 2018 12:29:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-7-7-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-2018-heritage-grants.htm Fri, 11 May 2018 05:49:00 EST The Advisory Commission and National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park are pleased to announce that 18 Keweenaw Heritage Grants have been awarded for projects throughout Upper Michigan’s historic Copper Country. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-2018-heritage-grants.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/dollar-bay-high-school-wins-the-16th-annual-high-school-local-history-smackdown.htm Fri, 27 Apr 2018 08:57:00 EST The Smackdown Trophy returns to Dollar Bay High School: the Minettes & Miner have won the 16th annual High School Local History Smackdown! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/dollar-bay-high-school-wins-the-16th-annual-high-school-local-history-smackdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-national-historical-park-welcomes-community-volunteer-ambassador.htm Tue, 24 Apr 2018 11:03:00 EST Alan McTaggart of Houghton, MI is making a difference in Keweenaw National Historical Park. He is one of 52 recent college graduates working in a national park this year to “Get Things Done” as an AmeriCorps Community Volunteer Ambassador. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-national-historical-park-welcomes-community-volunteer-ambassador.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/group-volunteer-training-offered-at-hanka-homestead-in-may.htm Mon, 23 Apr 2018 03:26:00 EST The Hanka Homestead Association is accepting new volunteers. The Homestead, located in Askel, is a unique window into our local history. They presently have a cadre of helpful, friendly, and willing volunteers and the Association is in need of more people that are interested in local history and want to see this local gem maintains its place as a viable place to visit and learn about our past. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/group-volunteer-training-offered-at-hanka-homestead-in-may.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smackdown-2018.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2018 11:41:00 EST Are you looking for a night of fast-paced local history competition? Eager to find out what area teenagers know about the Copper Country, past and present? Come to the Calumet Theatre on Thursday, April 26, 2018, and cheer on the high school students vying for the Local History Smackdown trophy! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smackdown-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-2018.htm Wed, 11 Apr 2018 09:04:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-activities-abound-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm Tue, 27 Feb 2018 10:25:00 EST Snow, sunshine, and warm temperatures make for a great weekend of outdoor activities! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-activities-abound-at-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2018-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm Tue, 30 Jan 2018 02:27:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) Advisory Commission and the National Park Service (NPS) are pleased to announce the 2018 Keweenaw Heritage Grant Program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2018-keweenaw-heritage-grants-applications-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-november-2017.htm Thu, 02 Nov 2017 05:20:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-november-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-days-and-hours-of-operation-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm Thu, 02 Nov 2017 04:49:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park has reduced the hours and days of operation at the Calumet Visitor Center. The facility is now open on Friday and Saturday from 10:00am – 3:00pm. The park will maintain this schedule from November 1, 2017 – May 26, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/winter-days-and-hours-of-operation-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/music-in-the-park.htm Tue, 24 Oct 2017 06:28:00 EST All are invited to the Calumet Visitor Center this Saturday, October 28 for live local music, coffee, tea and sweet treats! Between 12 noon and 5pm, local musicians will perform to help celebrate the park’s 25th Anniversary. Performers will include the Milkman Jam and Friends with Mark Davis, Mary Lou Pesola, Steve Kangas, Cathy Isaacson & more. Come on inside and let the winter wait! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/music-in-the-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-re-scheduled.htm Thu, 12 Oct 2017 07:16:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission meeting previously scheduled for October 17, 2017 has been postponed. The Commission will now convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and U.S. Hwy 41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-meeting-re-scheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/clk-artwork-on-display-at-park.htm Thu, 05 Oct 2017 11:25:00 EST Learning about local history through art is a theme that CLK High School art teacher Susan Rosemurgy often explores with her classes. Recently, her students studied Cubism by focusing on the area’s local mine shafts. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/clk-artwork-on-display-at-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/celebrate-national-public-lands-day-at-canyon-falls.htm Tue, 26 Sep 2017 06:48:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Peter Wolfe Chapter of the North Country Trail Association are teaming up on Saturday, September 30th for National Public Lands Day at the gorgeous Canyon Falls! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/celebrate-national-public-lands-day-at-canyon-falls.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/celebrating-25-years-of-industrial-heritage-and-archaeology.htm Thu, 14 Sep 2017 10:17:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park and Michigan Technological University's Industrial Heritage and Archaeology Program are both 25 years old this year! To celebrate this milestone, everyone is invited to participate in programs and discussions and attend presentations and special events. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/celebrating-25-years-of-industrial-heritage-and-archaeology.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/view-the-solar-eclipse-from-quincy-hill.htm Tue, 08 Aug 2017 11:44:00 EST Those interested in viewing the solar eclipse can attend a public viewing event on Quincy Hill from 12:30pm – 3:30pm. The partial solar eclipse (weather permitting) will be at 2:13pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/view-the-solar-eclipse-from-quincy-hill.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-heritage-grants-2017.htm Tue, 09 May 2017 12:44:00 EST The Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission and the National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park announce that 24 Keweenaw Heritage Grants were awarded for projects throughout Upper Michigan’s Copper Country. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-heritage-grants-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2017-smackdown-winners.htm Fri, 05 May 2017 07:34:00 EST Dollar Bay High School’s Minettes & Miner have won the 2017 Smackdown! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2017-smackdown-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-05-09-17.htm Tue, 02 May 2017 08:31:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-05-09-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/15th-annual-high-school-local-history-smackdown.htm Fri, 24 Feb 2017 10:42:00 EST Are you an area high school student interested in local history? Do you want to compete over it? If so, it's time to get ready for the 15th Annual High School Local History Smackdown! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/15th-annual-high-school-local-history-smackdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/story-hour-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm Tue, 31 Jan 2017 19:00:00 EST Are you looking for something to do on Saturday? Come to the Calumet Visitor Center for the newly launched youth Story Hour. Join park rangers, volunteers, and community members as they read aloud children's stories from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/story-hour-at-the-calumet-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-advisory-commission-to-meet-jan-2017.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2017 11:38:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-advisory-commission-to-meet-jan-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2016-national-freeman-tilden-winner.htm Fri, 16 Dec 2016 07:04:00 EST Lynette was recognized for her work in developing the Missing in the Copper Country program: a series of social media posts, ranger-guided programs, temporary exhibits, and interactive youth programming. The Missing in the Copper Country series started as a photographic journey to compare the past with the present by using historic photographs to highlight landscape and building changes and losses through time. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2016-national-freeman-tilden-winner.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/knhp-holiday-open-house.htm Tue, 29 Nov 2016 08:44:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is hosting a holiday open house at the Calumet Visitor Center on December 3, from 11:00AM-3:00PM. This event is part of the Main Street Calumet’s Christmas in Calumet kickoff. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/knhp-holiday-open-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/step-into-history-with-the-thanksgiving-turkey-trot.htm Thu, 17 Nov 2016 02:33:00 EST This Thanksgiving, the Step into History program will join UP Health System-Portage for its annual 5k Turkey Trot event in Hancock, where you can discover how you can explore industrial sites and neighborhoods while staying active at places like Adventure Mining Company, Central Mine Historic District, Old Victoria, and Quincy Mine Hoist Association before you begin earning that extra piece of pumpkin pie! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/step-into-history-with-the-thanksgiving-turkey-trot.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-advisory-commission-to-meet-october-18-2016.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2016 10:55:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, October 18 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-advisory-commission-to-meet-october-18-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/nps-calumet-visitor-center-hours-change.htm Wed, 28 Sep 2016 12:37:00 EST The National Park Service’s Calumet Visitor Center has new days and hours of operation for the fall and winter. The visitor center will be open from October 1 – 31 Wednesday-Saturday 9:00-5:00 and Sunday 12:00-5:00. November 1, 2016 – April 30, 2017, the Calumet Visitor Center will be open Friday and Saturday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/nps-calumet-visitor-center-hours-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-ways-to-explore-the-quincy-smelter.htm Fri, 02 Sep 2016 10:16:00 EST There will be several opportunities to explore and learn about the historic Quincy Smelter on Saturday September 10, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-ways-to-explore-the-quincy-smelter.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/wyndeth-davis-selected-as-superintendent-of-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2016 08:53:00 EST Wyndeth Davis, a 27-year veteran of the National Park Service (NPS), has been selected as the Superintendent of Keweenaw National Historical Park in Michigan. Davis is currently the Associate Manager for Interpretive Planning at the NPS Harpers Ferry Design Center, West Virginia. She begins the new assignment on September 4, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/wyndeth-davis-selected-as-superintendent-of-keweenaw-national-historical-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-park-service-centennial-celebration.htm Thu, 14 Jul 2016 11:39:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service on Thursday August 25. Events to mark the NPS Centennial will be held from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Quincy and from 2:00 to 8:00 pm outside of the Calumet Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-park-service-centennial-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-summer-2106.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2016 12:25:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, July 19 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-summer-2106.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-service-and-health-department-invite-you-to-follow-in-the-footsteps-of-an-immigrant.htm Sat, 09 Jul 2016 05:22:00 EST CALUMET – Keweenaw National Historical Park (KNHP) and Western U.P. Health Department (WUPHD) invite the public to a free historical tour and fitness walk next Tuesday evening, July 12 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-service-and-health-department-invite-you-to-follow-in-the-footsteps-of-an-immigrant.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-ranger-programs.htm Fri, 01 Jul 2016 07:41:00 EST On July 6, Keweenaw National Historical Park will begin offering regular ranger-led activities that will continue throughout the summer. There will be walking tours in both the Calumet Unit and the Quincy Unit, as well as several evening programs at Fort Wilkins Historic State Park. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-ranger-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-get-outdoors-day.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2016 08:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park will host a free guided Ghost Signs of Calumet tour on Saturday, June 11, 2016 as part of National Get Outdoors Day (GO Day). https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-get-outdoors-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-series-comes-to-an-end.htm Sat, 14 May 2016 04:49:00 EST The fourth Thursday of the month just won’t be the same anymore: after 15 years, Keweenaw National Historical Park is ending the Fourth Thursday in History speaker series program. Keweenaw NHP staff will be shifting focus and implementing a new education program, which includes teacher workshops, after-school programming, class visits, summer activities, and other events to help youth discover, engage with, and explore local history. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-series-comes-to-an-end.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/geocaching-adventure.htm Wed, 11 May 2016 11:25:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park and Western U.P. Health Department invite the public to join a ranger on a 1-2 mile geocaching adventure around Calumet on Saturday, May 14. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/geocaching-adventure.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-19.htm Thu, 14 Apr 2016 10:08:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will meet on April 19, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet-april-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smackdown-2016.htm Thu, 18 Feb 2016 05:50:00 EST Call for Teams: Are You Ready for the High School Local History Smackdown? https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smackdown-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2016-winter-hours.htm Thu, 31 Dec 2015 11:39:00 EST Updated hours at Keweenaw NHP's Calumet Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2016-winter-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-missing-in-the-copper-country.htm Mon, 21 Sep 2015 05:33:00 EST Historic photographs provide insight into the area’s history but identifying present day locations can be difficult. Lynette Webber, park ranger at Keweenaw National Historical Park, uses a Photoshop technique to overlay historic photos onto present day images. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-missing-in-the-copper-country.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2015 07:05:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park and Isle Royale National Park invite all 4th grade students to visit the parks as part of the White House’s new Every Kid in a Park program. Starting September 1st, 4th grade students can go to www.everykidinapark.gov to complete an activity and obtain a free annual entry pass. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-national-historical-park-open-house.htm Wed, 19 Aug 2015 05:08:00 EST In celebration of the 99th anniversary of the National Park Service, Keweenaw National Historical Park will be hosting a Park Open House on Tuesday August 25th from 10:00-4:00. There will be activities, live music, and a reception with refreshments and ice cream at 3:00. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-national-historical-park-open-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-august-2015-meeting.htm Thu, 13 Aug 2015 10:29:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-august-2015-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/copper-country-scavenger-hunt-activity-book.htm Wed, 15 Jul 2015 12:37:00 EST The Copper Country Scavenger Hunt Makes History Fun—and a Bit Competitive! What did miners put in their lunch pails to keep their pasties warm? Who rescued 24 people and a dog from the shipwreck L.C. Waldo in 1913? Children of all ages have a chance to win a prize by finding the answers to questions like these at the park’s Keweenaw Heritage Sites and completing the Copper County Scavenger Hunt. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/copper-country-scavenger-hunt-activity-book.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/nps-calumet-visitor-center-hours-and-temporary-exhibit.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2015 12:46:00 EST If you’re in the Calumet area, consider visiting Keweenaw National Historical Park’s Calumet Visitor Center. Filled with 6,000 square feet of interactive exhibits, hundreds of photographs, and detailed historical architecture, this building and the exhibits are certain to keep you busy for a morning or afternoon. The Visitor Center is open seven days a week from May 17 – October 3, 2015. Hours are 9-5 EDT. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/nps-calumet-visitor-center-hours-and-temporary-exhibit.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/Advisory-Commission-to-Meet-April-21.htm Tue, 14 Apr 2015 07:43:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/Advisory-Commission-to-Meet-April-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet.htm Fri, 09 Jan 2015 06:19:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-to-meet.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-quarterly-meeting.htm Tue, 09 Jul 2013 11:32:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, July 16, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-quarterly-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2012-local-history-smackdown.htm Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:29:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking high school teams from the four-county area to compete in a local history bee. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2012-local-history-smackdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2011-local-history-smackdown-winners.htm Mon, 02 May 2011 20:00:00 EST On Thursday, April 28, 2011 the Diamond Match Devils of Ontonagon High School withstood 12 other teams to claim the traveling Smackdown trophy in the ninth annual High School Local History Smackdown. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2011-local-history-smackdown-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2011-tax-credit-workshop.htm Tue, 15 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST 2011 Historic Preservation Tax Credit Workshop to be held at Keweenaw National Historical Park on April 14, 2011 6-8pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2011-tax-credit-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-heritage-grants-workshop-march-3-2011.htm Tue, 01 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission have scheduled the second 2011 Keweenaw Heritage Grants workshop for Thursday, March 3 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-heritage-grants-workshop-march-3-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/ninth-annual-high-school-local-history-smackdown-approaches.htm Sun, 13 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking high school teams from the four-county area to compete in a local history bee. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/ninth-annual-high-school-local-history-smackdown-approaches.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/february-2011-grants-workshop.htm Mon, 31 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission have scheduled the 2011 Keweenaw Heritage Grants workshop for Thursday, February 3 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/february-2011-grants-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/pflaum-open-house.htm Thu, 27 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission will host an open house to greet new superintendent Mike Pflaum as he assumes the helm this week. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/pflaum-open-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/january-2011.htm Tue, 11 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/january-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-superintendent-mike-pflaum.htm Sun, 14 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-superintendent-mike-pflaum.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2010-fth.htm Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Join Avis West of the Houghton-Keweenaw County Genealogical Society as she presents an illustrated history of some of the dramatic blazes that occurred between 1869 and 1959, and explains the technological developments that have made towns safer. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2010-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/italian-hall-park-planning.htm Sun, 17 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is hosting a public meeting related to planning for enhanced development at Italian Hall Park in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/italian-hall-park-planning.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2010-commission-meeting.htm Sun, 17 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and US Highway 41 in Calumet. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2010-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smelter-fire-pr.htm Mon, 27 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Two historic buildings burned Saturday night, September 25, at the historic Quincy Smelting Works site. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smelter-fire-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-superintendent-jim-corless-announces-retirement.htm Thu, 16 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Jim Corless, superintendent at Keweenaw National Historical Park, announced his retirement today, effective October 31. Jim’s Federal service includes 29-1/2 years with the National Park Service (NPS) and two years with the U.S. Navy. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-superintendent-jim-corless-announces-retirement.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/september-2010-fth.htm Thu, 16 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/september-2010-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/august-2010-fth.htm Sun, 22 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Like many towns in the Keweenaw, White Pine was developed by a copper mining company. While it has a few things in common with these other mine locations, it remains a unique place. Join Professor Larry Lankton as he describes the community’s history and leads a tour of the town’s highlights. This program will be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday, August 26th, at the White Pine Community United Methodist Church, located at 9 Tamarack Street in White Pine, Michigan. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/august-2010-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2010-heritage-grant-awards.htm Mon, 17 May 2010 20:00:00 EST National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission are awarding a total of 24 Keweenaw Heritage Grants this week. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2010-heritage-grant-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/may-2010-fourth-thursday.htm Mon, 17 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Most of the historic libraries and schools you see throughout the Copper Country were not built by local governments and organizations, but by Keweenaw copper mining companies. These buildings represent not only the companies' strength and might, but also their reach into the lives of the people who worked for them. Join Kim Hoagland as she explores the impacts this construction had in mining communities through historic photographs. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/may-2010-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/march-2010-fth.htm Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/march-2010-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/march-2010-grants-workshop.htm Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/march-2010-grants-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/february2010fth.htm Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/february2010fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/ub-ea.htm Sun, 31 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/ub-ea.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/january-2010-fth.htm Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/january-2010-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2010rescheduledgrantsworkshop.htm Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2010rescheduledgrantsworkshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/jan2010advisorycommissionmeeting.htm Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at park headquarters located on the corner of Red Jacket Road and U.S. Highway 41. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/jan2010advisorycommissionmeeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smelter-revitalization.htm Sun, 03 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is working with EPA, Franklin Township, and numerous other stakeholders to remediate the Quincy Smelting Works and plan for appropriate and beneficial future uses of the site. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/smelter-revitalization.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2010-grants-workshop.htm Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission are offering a workshop to prepare potential applicants for the 2010 Keweenaw Heritage Grants program. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2010-grants-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-seeks-comments-on-exhibit.htm Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-seeks-comments-on-exhibit.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/douglass-houghton-bicentennial.htm Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/douglass-houghton-bicentennial.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2009-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2009-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fth-october-2009.htm Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fth-october-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/npld-2009.htm Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/npld-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/september-2009-fth.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/september-2009-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-living-at-old-victoria.htm Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-living-at-old-victoria.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-clr-review.htm Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park invites public review of a cultural landscape report and environmental assessment for the Quincy Unit. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-clr-review.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-heritage-grants-awards.htm Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park awarded eleven assistance grants this week https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-heritage-grants-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2009-fth.htm Wed, 22 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST When Italians immigrated to the Keweenaw, they brought with them traditional music, foods, and culture that remain important elements of Copper Country life today. Come celebrate their history and legacy through historical photos, personal reminiscences, and the music of Jim and Teri Enrietti. The event will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday July 23rd, 2009 at the Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne’s, located at 25880 Red Jacket Road (the corner of 5th and Scott streets) in Calumet, Michigan. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2009-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-summer-projects.htm Thu, 09 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is busy with numerous preservation projects this summer, with a workforce commensurate to the load. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-summer-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/union-building-exhibit-public-meeting.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/union-building-exhibit-public-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/june-2009-fourth-thursday.htm Sun, 21 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/june-2009-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-park-sign.htm Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-park-sign.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-keweenaw-heritage-grants.htm Thu, 28 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-keweenaw-heritage-grants.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/may-2009-fourth-thursday.htm Mon, 25 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/may-2009-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-ycc-applicants.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-ycc-applicants.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009smackdown-winners.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009smackdown-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-high-school-local-history-smackdown.htm Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-high-school-local-history-smackdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/april-2009-park-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/april-2009-park-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-history-smackdown-approaches.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-history-smackdown-approaches.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-park-legislation-changes.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2009-park-legislation-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-clr-meeting-2.htm Mon, 02 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is inviting public involvement in the development of the Quincy Unit Cultural Landscape Report (CLR). https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-clr-meeting-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/union-builiding-public-ea.htm Thu, 13 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking public involvement for the Union Building Interior Rehabilitation project. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/union-builiding-public-ea.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/oct-2008-advisory-commission-mtg.htm Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/oct-2008-advisory-commission-mtg.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/exhibit-public-meeting.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/exhibit-public-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/september-2008-fth.htm Mon, 15 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/september-2008-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-2008-heritage-grants.htm Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park awarded a total of ten Keweenaw Heritage Grants this week. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-awards-2008-heritage-grants.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/august-2008-fth.htm Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/august-2008-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2008-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2008-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2008-fth.htm Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2008-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-heritage-grants-2008.htm Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-heritage-grants-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/history-association-name-change.htm Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/history-association-name-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/headquarters-june-open-house.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/headquarters-june-open-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/june-2008-fth.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/june-2008-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/may-2008-fourth-thursday.htm Wed, 14 May 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/may-2008-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-clr-input.htm Sun, 11 May 2008 20:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park will soon be inviting public participation concerning the development of treatment alternatives for the Quincy Unit landscape. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-clr-input.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2008-smackdown-winners.htm Tue, 06 May 2008 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2008-smackdown-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-goals.htm Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission has released its draft strategic planning goals for public comment. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-goals.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2008-smackdown-pr.htm Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2008-smackdown-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-openings.htm Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/advisory-commission-openings.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/march-2008-fourth-thursday-in-history.htm Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/march-2008-fourth-thursday-in-history.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2008-smackdown-call-for-teams.htm Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:00:00 EST 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! https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2008-smackdown-call-for-teams.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/junior-ranger-essay-contest.htm Thu, 21 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/junior-ranger-essay-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/february-2008-fth.htm Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/february-2008-fth.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/january-2008-commission-meeting.htm Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/january-2008-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-schools-fourth-thursday.htm Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST Join Jeremiah Mason, archivist at Keweenaw National Historical Park, as he gives an illustrated presentation on the history of Calumet-area schools. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-schools-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-ornament.htm Wed, 05 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST 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.” https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-ornament.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/15th-anniversary.htm Sun, 21 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) will be celebrating its 15th Anniversary this Saturday, October 27, 2007 https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/15th-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2007-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Tue, 16 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-2007-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/seaman-mineral-museum-fourth-thursday.htm Tue, 09 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/seaman-mineral-museum-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/forests-fourth-thursday.htm Sun, 23 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/forests-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/isle-royale-ferries-fourth-thursday.htm Wed, 15 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/isle-royale-ferries-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-strawberries.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fourth-thursday-in-history-strawberries.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2007-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/july-2007-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/geology-fourth-thursday.htm Sun, 24 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/geology-fourth-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-mine-office-presentation.htm Wed, 23 May 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/quincy-mine-office-presentation.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-ycc-program.htm Tue, 15 May 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-ycc-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-smackdown-winners.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-smackdown-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-smackdown-news-release.htm Wed, 18 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-smackdown-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/april-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Wed, 18 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/april-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-superintendent-2007.htm Sun, 08 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-superintendent-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fth-lake-linden.htm Wed, 21 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/fth-lake-linden.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/temporary-relocation-for-park-headquarters.htm Thu, 22 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/temporary-relocation-for-park-headquarters.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-smackdown.htm Thu, 15 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST Get Your Head in the Game: Fifth Annual High School Local History Smackdown Approaches https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2007-smackdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-catholic-churches.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/calumet-catholic-churches.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-heritage-sites-announced.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2007 19:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-heritage-sites-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/clk-celebrates-park-anniversary.htm Tue, 14 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/clk-celebrates-park-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Mon, 23 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/october-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-archives-month.htm Wed, 18 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST October is American Archives Month, and Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) has three good reasons to celebrate this year. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/national-archives-month.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/superintendent-announces-retirement.htm Wed, 11 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/superintendent-announces-retirement.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/stabilizing-quincy-houses.htm Wed, 27 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/stabilizing-quincy-houses.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/photographing-the-keweenaw.htm Wed, 23 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/photographing-the-keweenaw.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-commissioners.htm Tue, 01 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne made five appointments to the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission this week. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/new-commissioners.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-nhp-advisory-commission-meeting.htm Mon, 31 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/keweenaw-nhp-advisory-commission-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/road-back-to-central.htm Wed, 26 Jul 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/road-back-to-central.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/heritage-sites-news-release.htm Sun, 21 May 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/heritage-sites-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/laurium-historic-district.htm Wed, 03 May 2006 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/laurium-historic-district.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2006-smackdown-winners.htm Sun, 30 Apr 2006 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/2006-smackdown-winners.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/industrial-brochure.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2005 20:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park recently released its first walking tour brochure for the former Calumet & Hecla Copper Mine https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/industrial-brochure.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/ontonagonsmackdownwin.htm Mon, 02 May 2005 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/ontonagonsmackdownwin.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-and-school-coordinate-clean-up.htm Wed, 27 Apr 2005 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/park-and-school-coordinate-clean-up.htm https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/grants-news.htm Tue, 14 Dec 2004 19:00:00 EST Keweenaw National Historical Park receives two grants from the National Park Foundation. https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/news/grants-news.htm