Keweenaw National Historic Park

Keweenaw National Historic Park is one of five national park sites in the Lake Superior region.

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Quick Facts

Location:

Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Designation:

National Historic Park

Amenities

14 listed

Accessible Sites, Benches/Seating, Bicycle - Rack, Elevator, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information, Internet/WiFi Available, Junior Ranger Activity, Parking - Auto, Restroom, Toilet - Flush, Trash/Litter Receptacles, Water - Drinking/Potable

The stories of people and copper in the Keweenaw Peninsula have been intertwined for more than 7,000 years. Indigenous peoples made copper into tools and trade items. Investors and immigrants arrived in the 1800s in a great mineral rush, developing thriving industries and cosmopolitan communities. Though the mines have since closed, their mark is still visible on the land and people.

Visiting Keweenaw National Historical Park is different from visiting many other national park sites across the country. The park was established to preserve and interpret the history of copper mining in the Keweenaw Peninsula through partnerships. The National Park Service works with a variety of organizations, including public and private entities, to achieve this goal.

Most visitor services for Keweenaw National Historical Park, such as guided tours or museums, are provided by the park's partners known as Keweenaw Heritage Sites. These sites are not owned or operated by the National Park Service but park staff work with these sites to coordinate services and preservation efforts. For more information on the Keweenaw Heritage Sites, including hours of operation and fees, request a copy of the annual park newspaper or view it online here.

Keweenaw National Historical Park operates the Calumet Visitor Center in downtown Calumet, MI. Here you can experience three floors of interactive exhibits, films, and ranger talks.