Houghton, Michigan

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Houghton, Michigan COMMUNITIES OF THE KEWEENAW TOUR

CARNEGIE MUSEUM OF THE KEWEENAW

Uncover the history of the Keweenaw Peninsula in this historic public libraryturned-museum. Constructed by a donation from Andrew Carnegie, this museum has served residents and visitors of Houghton for over a century. See how the changing exhibits of the museum connect the community to the history and culture of the region.

A.E. SEAMAN MINERAL MUSEUM OF MICHIGAN

Examine this fine collection of minerals from Michigan and the Great Lakes region. In the 19th century, the Keweenaw Peninsula attracted a mining rush because of its copper which was first reported by Douglass Houghton.

HIGHLIGHTS

LEARN OF COPPER FEVER THAT SWEPT THE AREA

For centuries, the Keweenaw Peninsula was a bountiful copper mining community. At the Keweenaw National Historic Park Visitor Center, explore the story of the copper fever that swept the area and its impact on the community. Long before settlers arrived, Native Americans would use the copper to make tools for survival.

TRACE COPPER MINING'S ROOTS BACK TO MICHIGAN

At the Coppertown Mining Museum, step back into the era of mineral mania through a series of historical exhibits. In the 19th century, a local geologist by the name of Douglass Houghton reported on the region’s plentiful mineral, driving a mining rush that would forever shape the community and the world. In fact, the American Industrial revolution can trace its roots to copper mined from Michigan’s upper peninsula.

ENJOY A FIRSTHAND LOOK

Then, get a firsthand look at a historic copper mine on a guided tour of the Quincy Mine, which has been meticulously preserved for educational purposes.

HALF-DAY $99

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