The Keweenaw County Historical Society is a group of volunteers who work hard to preserve and share 11 historic sites in one of the most historically rich counties of Northern Michigan.

History in a uniquely pure Michigan setting

Keweenaw County is Michigan's northernmost county (and its smallest in population). It comprises the upper half of the beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula, a beckoning finger of land that stands out on any map of Lake Superior.

It is a region rich in history as well as natural beauty. Copper mining is a major historical theme, but commercial fishing, lumbering, maritime and life-saving history, and various ethnic stories are notable, too.

Out of the way?

We are not on the way to anywhere. We are isolated by our geography, always have been. This is what makes us unique.
But far from being a dead end, the loop through Keweenaw County consists of a National Scenic Byway populated with national, state and township parks, waterfalls, museums,  lighthouses and Lake Superior vistas. We are a destination unto ourselves and well worth the trip.

Eagle River, the county seat of Keweenaw County is:

• 574 miles from Detroit
• 443 miles from Chicago
• 369 miles from Minneapolis

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5/15/23
KCHS awarded grant to enhance Eagle Harbor Light Station Museum Exhibits.
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3/24/23
KCHS awarded grant to renovate Eagle Harbor Lighthouse
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michigan.gov release
USA Today Story

Now is a good time to start researching and reserving the popular amenities the Keweenaw has to offer.

Keweenaw County Tourism Links:

• Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce

• Keweenaw Tourism Council

Did you know KCHS members can rent historic on-site dwellings?

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