Keweenaw National Historical Park, located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, tells the story of America's first large-scale copper mining region. This park preserves and shares the history of the Keweenaw Peninsula, where people have been mining copper for over 7,000 years, starting with Native Americans who used it to create tools and jewelry. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the area became a booming industrial center as thousands of people from around the world came to work in the mines. The park includes historic buildings, mines, and landscapes that show how copper mining shaped the local communities and environment. Today, Keweenaw National Historical Park helps us learn about the challenges and innovations of the past and encourages us to think about how we can protect our natural and cultural heritage for the future.

Resources for the "Great Lakes Odyssey"

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