Keweenaw National Historical Park
Designation: National Historical Park
Location: Michigan
📘 Park Overview
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.
🌤 Weather Information
Summer: Keweenaw summers are usually mild, with average highs in the 70s, but can reach into the 80s and 90s. Nighttime temperatures are typically cool, but can also dip into the 40s or stay in the 70s. Summer months are dry, with occasional rain or severe thunderstorms. Winter: Again influenced by Lake Superior, winter temperatures are mild with highs in the 20s. Cold spells can occur with subzero temperatures. Lake effect snow is common, and 300 inches of snow can fall in a season.
🚗 Directions
Keweenaw National Historical Park is located is located on the Keweenaw Peninsula, the northernmost part of Upper Michigan.
Images
Park Headquarters is housed in the former Calumet & Hecla Mining Company General Office building.
Credit: NPS Photo
A ranger guided walk outside the former Calumet & Hecla Public Library, now known at the Keweenaw History Center.
Credit: NPS Photo
The Calumet Visitor Center in the historic Union Building showcases three floors of interactive exhibits, films, and museum pieces.
Credit: NPS Photo
The Quincy Mining Company #2 Shaft-Rockhouse and Hoist House in winter.
Credit: NPS Photo
The Quincy Smelter is one of the best-preserved copper smelting facilities of its era.
Credit: NPS Photo
Activities
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Thursday, May 21
Sunny
High: 55.8°F | Low: 33.4°F
Humidity: 58%
Wind: 8.7 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 0.4
Sunrise: 06:11 AM
Sunset: 09:31 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (24%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 36.1°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Friday, May 22
Partly Cloudy
High: 55°F | Low: 41.7°F
Humidity: 59%
Wind: 14.1 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 3
Sunrise: 06:10 AM
Sunset: 09:32 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (34%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 40.2°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, May 23
Partly Cloudy
High: 62.6°F | Low: 48.2°F
Humidity: 64%
Wind: 16.1 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 4
Sunrise: 06:09 AM
Sunset: 09:33 PM
Moon: First Quarter (45%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 46.1°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (2)
Freeze Warning issued May 21 at 2:21AM EDT until May 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Effective: May 21, 2026 2:21am
Expires: May 21, 2026 9:00am
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 24.
* WHERE...Alger, Baraga, Delta, Dickinson, Iron, Marquette, Northern
Schoolcraft, Southern Schoolcraft, and Southern Houghton Counties.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ this morning.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other
sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
plumbing.
Frost Advisory issued May 21 at 2:21AM EDT until May 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Effective: May 21, 2026 2:21am
Expires: May 21, 2026 9:00am
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 28 will result in frost formation.
* WHERE...Menominee, Gogebic, Keweenaw, Northern Houghton, and
Ontonagon Counties.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ this morning.
* IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive
outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Some locations further interior of the Great
Lakes such as Menominee County north of US-2 and the US-45
corridor between Watersmeet and Bruce Crossing may locally
experience hard freeze conditions.
Park Events
Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission Meeting
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park headquarters building at the corner of US41 and Red Jacket Road.
The meeting will include an update on the work of the Commission during the last quarter, discussion of the upcoming year’s budget and plans and projects to be undertaken over the next year. The Commission will also be announcing the start of this year’s Keweenaw Heritage Grant cycle, with information about applications, eligibility, etc. made available to the public.
The Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission, paneled by citizens appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, represents the public and works collaboratively with the National Park Service to advise and assist with managing the resources of Keweenaw National Historical Park. Agendas and minutes are available upon request to the Executive Director, Sean Gohman, over phone / email, and can be found at the Park’s website, https://www.nps.gov/kewe/learn/management/advisory-commission.htm. Contact Executive Director Gohman at 906-483-3040 or sean_gohman@partner.nps.gov.
Posted on behalf of the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission.
Location: The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park headquarters building at the corner of US41 and Red Jacket Road. 25970 Red Jacket Road Calumet, MI 49913
Date: Jan 13, 2026 12:00am to Jan 13, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Advisory Commission Meeting
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.
The meeting will include an update on the work of the Commission and the National Park Service during the last quarter, discussion of plans and projects for this summer and time for questions, requests, and comments from members of the public.
Location: 25970 Red Jacket Road, Calumet, MI 49913
Date: Apr 28, 2026 12:00am to Apr 28, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
National Trails Day Hike
Celebrate National Trails Day with a step back into Keweenaw history!
Join Keweenaw National Historical Park at 2:00 pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026, for a guided hike through the historic landscapes of Old Victoria, a Keweenaw Heritage Site near Rockland, MI. Hiking along a portion of the North Country Trail, you’ll explore the ruins of the Victoria Mine and mining community while learning how copper shaped the Keweenaw Peninsula.
This free public program begins near the Old Victoria parking area. Prepare for an approximately two hour hike, covering about 1.5 miles along uneven and rocky trails and roads with moderate elevation changes. Participants should wear sturdy shoes and long pants and are encouraged to bring water and insect protection.
Special World War I stops and stories will be featured along the route, connecting the Copper Country’s mining communities to the global conflict and the people who experienced it.
Following the hike, enjoy a special pre-season tour of the restored miners’ cabins at Old Victoria. This guided hike is organized by Old Victoria Restoration and Keweenaw National Historical Park.
Location: Old Victoria 25401 Victoria Dam Road Rockland, MI
Date: Jun 6, 2026 12:00am to Jun 6, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
25970 Red Jacket Road
Calumet, MI 49913
🏤 Mailing Address:
25970 Red Jacket Road
Calumet, MI 49913
📞 Voice Phone: 9063373168
📞 Fax Phone: 9063373169
✉️ Email: kewe_information@nps.gov