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The stories of people and copper in the Keweenaw Peninsula have been intertwined for more than 7,000 years.
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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.
8 experiences from the National Park Service. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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A number of the Park's Heritage Sites contain lighthouses.
Learn more about Discover Keweenaw Lighthouses on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Experience geology at a number of the Park's Heritage Sites.
Learn more about Experience Keweenaw Geology on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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A trip to the Copper Country is not complete without getting underground to experience the life of a miner.
Learn more about Go Underground on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Many of the Park's Heritage sites offer hiking trails.
Learn more about Hiking into History on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
Experience Keweenaw NHP with a ranger guided walk!
Learn more about Keweenaw NHP Ranger Programs on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Doing research on the Copper Country?
Learn more about Research History on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Many of the Park's Heritage Sites allow you to "step back in time."
Learn more about Step Back in Time on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Many of the Park's Heritage Sites contain museums or heritage centers.
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Visitor Center for the Quincy Mine Hoist Association.
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The Calumet Visitor Center is located at 98 5th Street in downtown Calumet. Visitors can explore 2 floors of interactive exhibits, films, and museum pieces focusing not…
98 5th St., Calumet, MI (906) 483-3176 Directions
Daily, Sunrise to Sunset · Calumet Unit
The Calumet Unit of Keweenaw NHP encompasses the Village of Calumet and part of Calumet Township. Park grounds (with the exception of private property and the Keweenaw Heritage Sites) are open to the public from sunrise to sunset. The Calumet Visitor Center at 98 Fifth Street has seasonal hours of operation.
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The Quincy Unit of Keweenaw NHP encompasses Quincy Mine Hoist Association property and the Quincy Smelting Works. Both the Quincy Mine Hoist Association property and the Quincy Smelting Works are owned and operated by not-for-profit entities. Park grounds (with the exception of private property) are open to the public from sunrise to sunset.
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Small Craft Advisory issued October 2 at 2:51AM EDT until October 2 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and
waves up to 3 ft expected.
* WHERE...Point Isabelle to Lower Entrance of Portage Canal MI
and Lower Entrance of Portage Canal To Huron Islands MI
Including Keweenaw and Huron Bays.
* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 2 at 10:37AM EDT until October 2 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and
waves 1 to 3 ft occurring.
* WHERE...Point Isabelle to Lower Entrance of Portage Canal MI
and Lower Entrance of Portage Canal To Huron Islands MI
Including Keweenaw and Huron Bays.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
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.
Keweenaw geology has affected nearly every aspect of life since people made this place home thousands of years ago.
Meet at the Calumet Visitor Center. Ranger programs last about one hour and cover approximately one mile. Accommodations available upon request. Water and sunscreen are recommended. In the event of inclement weather or unexpected events, programs will be modified or cancelled. Program topics subject to change based on staffing needs.
Learn how Calumet's downtown mirrored the success of the Calumet & Hecla Mining Company, and how it survives today.
Meet at the Calumet Visitor Center. Ranger programs last about one hour and cover approximately one mile. Accommodations available upon request. Water and sunscreen are recommended. In the event of inclement weather or unexpected events, programs will be modified or cancelled. Program topics subject to change based on staffing needs.
Keweenaw National Historical Park is located is located on the Keweenaw Peninsula, the northernmost part of Upper Michigan.
Mailing address: 25970 Red Jacket Road, Calumet, MI 49913
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