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Upper Peninsula History Events
July 2: South Range
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Copper Range Historical Society will hold its 21st Annual Dinner at the Grace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall. Dinner will be catered by Kangas Cafe Catering of Hancock. For more information, visit their website.
- July 18: Drummond Island
The DeTour Reef Light Preservation Society presents their 10th Annual "Evening Under the Stars," which will include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a gourmet dinner, unique dessert, music, and a silent auction. For more information call (906) 493-6609 or visit DRLPS.com.
July 22: Marquette
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As part of an on-going special event series by the Marquette County History Museum, interesting local residents will be highlighted in this cemetery walking tour with Research Librarian Rosemary Michelin. $5 suggested donation. This program will occur Wednesday, July 22 at 6:30PM. Meet at the Park Cemetery Caretaker's House. August 5: Marquette
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Hear some amazing stories with Loraine and Jim Koski as they honor local heroes on this walking tour to the gravesites of those who served in WWII. The event is part of an on-going special event series by the Marquette County History Museum. $5 suggested donation. Join the Marquette County History Museum for this program on Wednesday, August 5 at 6:30PM. Meet at the Caretaker's at Holy Cross Cemetery, Wright Street.
August 7: Stonington
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The US Forest Service, in cooperation with the Delta County Historical Society, will present a history of Stonington's Peninsula Point Lighthouse. The PowerPoint program of historic pictures will be held on August 7, 2009 at the Stonington Community Center in Stonington at 7:00 p.m. The program will be open to the public and free of charge. Peter W. Storm, from the Historical Society, will cover the history of the Lighthouse Keepers, and a history of the reef and shipwrecks. The efforts of the Bay de Noc Grance and Forest Service to save the lighthouse tower will also be discussed. August 8-September 10: Escanaba
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The Delta County Historical Society, in conjunction with the Bonifas Arts Center and the Escanaba Friends of the Library, will present a multi-media event this summer, from August 6th to September 10th. The Society will feature a photographic exhibit at the Delta County Historical Museum, illustrating the variety of maritime vessels that have visited the Bay over the last 100 years. The Bonifas Arts Center will at the same time display "Secret World: Arts and Adventure on America's Inland Sea," photographs and paintings by Chris Winters. On Saturday, August 8th, the artist will conduct a gallery walk of the Bonifas display. Also on August 8th, at the Escanaba Yacht Club, the Historical Society will offer a visual presentation, and at the Museum, the maritime photographic exhibit. A self-guided walking/bicycle tour of the area will be available. All events that day will be free and open to the public. August 13: Marquette
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Meet in front of the Marquette County History Museum for an exciting and interactive Youth Walking Tour through Marquette's historic Ridge Street District with Museum Educator Tina Harris. This event is free! For more information, visit their website. September 22: Marquette
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This is an open invitation to everyone who has fond memories of the old Palestra ice arena. Whether you played hockey, skated, or were a spectator, please come and share photos, videos, and most of all, great stories. This event is part of an on-going special event series by the Marquette County History Museum. There is a $5 suggested donation. The event will begin at 7:00 and will be held in the Peter White Public Library Community Room.
- October 2-4: Mackinac Island
The Historical Society of Michigan will host its annual State History Conference October 2-4 on Mackinac Island. This exciting conference will be held at the Mission Point Resort. More information will become available in late summer.
October 29: Marquette
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This is the 4th Annual Auction of Antiques, Collectibles and Unique Opportunities hosted by the Marquette County History Museum! Search for treasures and amazing finds at the live and silent auction while you enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres and live music. Past opportunities included once-in-a-lifetime trips to Lake Superior lighthouses, historic adventures and weekend getaways. There is something for everyone! All items have been generously donated by the community specifically for this event. Tickets are available at the Museum, 213 North Front Street, by phone (906) 226-3571, or at the door. A limited number are available. This event will start at 6:30pm at UpFront & Co. Check out Marquette County Historical Museum's website for more information.
November 19: Marquette
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Once again the Museum will celebrate the holiday season with a night of fun, free admission, door prizes, music and great sales in the Museum Store from 5pm-9pm. This will be the last open house in the 213 North Front Street address as the Museum will be moving to the new location in the summer of 2010. Don't miss this historic occasion!!! For more information, contact the Marquette County Historical Society at (906) 226-3571.
U.P. History Exhibits
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