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National Historical Park · MI

Keweenaw National Historical Park

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.

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Photos

Two story stone and brick building. The American flag flies in front of a blue sky background
Park Headquarters is housed in the former Calumet & Hecla Mining Company General Office building.
Two story stone and brick building. a ranger leads a group of visitors in front or the steps
A ranger guided walk outside the former Calumet & Hecla Public Library, now known at the Keweenaw History Center.
Three story brick building, with snow covered trees along the right side
The Calumet Visitor Center in the historic Union Building showcases three floors of interactive exhibits, films, and museum pieces.
140 foot tall industrial building with a steeply pitched roofline under blue skies and snowy ground
The Quincy Mining Company #2 Shaft-Rockhouse and Hoist House in winter.
With a colorful autumn background, numerous industrial buildings sit on the waterfront
The Quincy Smelter is one of the best-preserved copper smelting facilities of its era.

Activities

  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Compass and GPS
  • Geocaching
  • Food
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Self-Guided Tours - Auto
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits