Registration for the 2019 Smackdown is now OPEN!
Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking high school teams from the four-county area to participate in the 17th Annual High School Copper Country Local History Smackdown! Again this year, we are pleased to announce that the winning team will split $1000 in scholarship funds provided by the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission.
What is the Smackdown?
The Smackdown is a test of knowledge that is similar in format to a spelling bee. Team of up to four students are asked short answer questions about local history, geography, and geology. The questions increase in difficulty as the rounds progress.
This year, the Smackdown will take place at the historic Calumet Theatre, where teams will appear on the same stage that showcased the talent of yesteryear, on Thursday, April 25th at 7:00 p.m.
Who can participate?
Teams of up to four students from Houghton, Keweenaw, Ontonagon, and Baraga Counties are welcome to compete. Public, private, and homeschool groups are welcome. Schools are welcome to send more than one team. Family, friends, and other well-wishers are welcome to come and watch, and to cheer for their teams.
How should my team prepare?
Begin by completing the entry form and returning it to the park in plenty of time to assure your spot on stage. All registration forms must be received by Friday, April 5th.
Preparation for the Smackdown can be as formal as organized coaching by a teacher or parent after school, or as informal as students studying on their own time. All the materials needed for preparation have been provided free of charge to school libraries in past years. If you have questions about materials, or if this is your first year participating in the Smackdown, please feel free to contact the park for information.
Where can I ask questions or receive additional information?
If you have questions, please contact Ellen Schrader at (906) 337-2012 or e-mail us.
