March Programs and Events All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
Character, Courage and Commitment
March 12, 7:00 pm March is Women's History Month. We will introduce you to a number of area women including Anita Meyland, Martha Hatch and Abby Roberts. All have made significant contributions to our area and we will celebrate their legacies. $5 suggested donation. 
Saturday at the Center Series
March: Decade of Change: 1960s March 15, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Come to the History Center for a day looking back on the 1960s. Enjoy activities and displays all themed around the decade. This decade brought change like never before - in the form of war, assassinations, protest, music, fashion and lifestyle. You will be entertained with music and sights of the era. Take a step back in time and leave your mark on history in our interactive timeline for the era. Hear about the women's movement from a local perspective. Take part in the costume contest by arriving in fashion from the era; contest begins at 1:00. Come check out the displays, entertainment and activities. Program is included with museum admission. Geared toward all ages. Come anytime 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. |
Character, Courage and Commitment
March 12, 7:00 pm March is Women's History Month. We will introduce you to a number of area women including Anita Meyland, Martha Hatch and Abby Roberts. All have made significant contributions to our area and we will celebrate their legacies. $5 suggested donation. Houghton - the Birthplace of Professional Hockey March 26, 7:00 pm Presented by Michigan Tech professor Bill Sproule. Hockey may be Canada's game, but a Houghton dentist and entrepreneur became promoters for hockey's first professional league. The International Hockey League lasted three years (1904-1907) but during its run, some of the best players of that era represented teams from Houghton, Calumet, Sault Ste. Marie (Michigan), Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the league. This presentation will explore the teams and famous players, as well as how this league was founded. $5 suggested donation. |
April Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
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(re)Design Fashion Show Fundraiser
April 10 Doors Open at 6:00 pm Runway Show Begins at 6:30 pm In partnership with the Garden Bouquet and Design and ( re ) by lanni lantto, the History Center presents the 5th annual (re)Design Fashion Show. This event is the largest gathering of up-cycling artists in the Upper Peninsula. The event showcases local designers who use recycled materials & fabrics to create runway worthy pieces of clothing. Featured designers are: Ann Rutkoske -2013 designer of the year, Joann Shelby and Angie Kemp. The show is for all ages. Local craft vendors will also be at the event. Accessories, original artwork and more will be on display & for sale. Are you a habitual Pinner, Craftgawker or thrift store shopper? Have an eye for design? Enter the Open Design Contest and you could win prizes! $10 tickets for adults; $5 for ages 18 and under 
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Longyear Library 101
April 16 at 6:30 pm Join us in the J.M. Longyear Research Library for a celebration of National Library Week! In 1925, Mr. Longyear's collection of books, maps, manuscripts, and photographs became the nucleus of the library. Since that time, the library has grown to more than 17,000 books, 800 maps, 80,000 obituaries and thousands of photographic images making it one of the finest research libraries in Michigan specializing in the history of the Lake Superior Region. Librarians, Rosemary Michelin and Beth Gruber will walk you through the history of the Longyear Library and highlight interesting aspects of the collection including Amos Harlow's 1849 Postal Book, Marquette County Poor House Inmate Records, and various local school records from 1908-2002. Stop in any time during the week of April 15-19 to take a map quiz and be entered for a door prize drawing. |
May Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
MRHC Members' Gallery Talk
Thursday, May 1, 6:30pm
Join our Curator for a walk and talk discussion through the newly launched exhibit: Are We There Yet? - Celebrating Tourism and Recreation in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Exhibit runs April 25 - August 30 in our Special Exhibit Gallery.
This members' only talk is a special look inside on how the exhibit was conceived and fun stories behind the process. A great perk to MRHC membership!
Thursday, May 1, 6:30pm
Join our Curator for a walk and talk discussion through the newly launched exhibit: Are We There Yet? - Celebrating Tourism and Recreation in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Exhibit runs April 25 - August 30 in our Special Exhibit Gallery.
This members' only talk is a special look inside on how the exhibit was conceived and fun stories behind the process. A great perk to MRHC membership!
June Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
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Ives Lake 2014 Fundraiser
June 8 at 1:00 pm Don't miss this opportunity to visit a J.M. Longyear vacation home, the beautiful Stonehouse on Ives Lake. The walking tour has been expanded this year to include another building and the tour will be lead by Longyear's great grandson, John Case. You can take a hike up "Breakfast Roll" to view the Huron Mountain Club scenery and enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres and wine. $75 per person. Tickets will go on sale April 14 and are available to members first through April 30. Remaining tickets will be available to the general public on May 1 through June 4. Become a member today so you won't miss out on this wonderful event! New for 2014! In addition to a wonderful day on Ives Lake, you will have the opportunity to bid on a rare experience. To the winning bidder, John Case and his lovely wife, Patricia, will host 4 friends at Minong, his cabin on Ives Lake. The day (a mutually agreeable date during the 2014 season) will include a short hike to the Fungus Fortress and to The Outlet, and great conversation over dinner at Minong with the Cases. This will be an experience you won't forget! Live auction for this rare opportunity will take place during the Ives Lake Fundraiser for the History Center. All proceeds will benefit the MRHC. Buy your ticket now! The Great Fire Walking Tour
June 11, 6:30 pm Meet at the Bell Tower at the end of Washington Street. One of the most significant events in Marquette history was the great downtown fire of 1868. On the 146th anniversary of the inferno, join Jim Koski on a walking tour of the areas affected, finding out where (and how) the first started, how much damage it caused, and learn how the blaze shaped the downtown Marquette we know today. $5 Suggested donation. |
Tombstone Detectives
June 26, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Meet at Park Cemetery main gate. Join us for this family friendly walking tour that will include making tombstone rubbings and investigating symbols and clues. The people buried in the cemetery have many fascinating tales to tell, some will "come alive" to share theirs. Enjoy this active walk throughout the cemetery; great for all ages. $5 Suggested donation. |
July Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
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July Bus Tours
July 9 and 22 at 1:00 pm July 17, 23 and 30 at 6:00 pm Our ever popular bus tours are back! Meet some of Marquette's interesting historical personalities, hear their stories and you'll see why Marquette was called the "Queen City of the North." A chance to learn about local history and be entertained at the same time. Tickets are $15, advanced purchase suggested; limited seating. All tours meet at the MRHC. Tours are approximately 90 minutes long. The Other Side of the Tracks Walking Tour
June 16, 6:30 pm Meet at the MRHC. We can always count on Jim Koski to offer a colorful walking tour. The Other Side of the Tracks takes tour participants on a stroll through the History Center's neighborhood, the south part of downtown Marquette. The area centered around Baraga and Spring Streets was originally the heart of a new town, but as Marquette grew, the neighborhood fell onto hard times. During the tour, you'll find out about the area's glory days, how it fell out of favor and came to be known as "the other side of the tracks." $5 Suggested donation. |
Marquette the Frisbee Sanctuary
July 30, 7:00 pm The sport of Frisbee goes back nearly 50 years in Marquette and the city was designated an official Frisbee Sanctuary back in 1975 by Wham-O Manufacturing Co. the maker of the Frisbee. Recently a new disc golf course has been opened with a second course potentially on the way. The annual Guts Frisbee Tournament is growing in popularity. Local Frisbee activist Craig "Buck" Buchanan is lobbying to have the World Ultimate Frisbee Championships in Marquette. Hear his historical look back on the sport, see demonstrations and try your hand outside in the green space. $5 Suggested donation. |
August Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
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August Bus Tours
August 4 and 13 at 1:00 pm August 6 at 6:00 pm Our ever popular bus tours are back! Meet some of Marquette's interesting historical personalities, hear their stories and you'll see why Marquette was called the "Queen City of the North." A chance to learn about local history and be entertained at the same time. Tickets are $15, advanced purchase suggested; limited seating. All tours meet at the History Center. Tours are approximately 90 minutes long. Heroes and Villains Cemetery Walk
August 12, 6:30 pm Meet at Park Cemetery. It doesn't matter if they were a hero or villain because they all ended up in the same place, the cemetery. Tour guides will tell stories of daring rescues at sea, gunned down policemen and conservation officers, brave doctors, bank robbers, bootleggers, hardened criminals and other characters in Marquette's colorful history. $5 Suggested donation. |
Magic Bus Tour
August 20, 1:00 pm Hop on the time traveling magic bus and meet fun historical characters, special activities and surprise stops, just for kids. Tickets $15, advanced purchase is suggested; limited seating. |
September Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
WILLpower
September 18 and 19 at 7:00 pm
At Kaufman Auditorium.
An original play produced by the MRHC, written by Tyler Tichelar. There are some stories that deserve to be told. As a young boy Will Adams' soft tissues were becoming harder, turning him into a living statue. Others faced with such a dark future might have felt sorry for themselves, turning inward. Not so for Will, his disease brought about an amazing creative burst of energy. His story is as inspiring today as it was 100 years ago. With a stellar cast and direction, this will be a "do not miss" production! Tickets in advance are $15; $20 at the door.
September 18 and 19 at 7:00 pm
At Kaufman Auditorium.
An original play produced by the MRHC, written by Tyler Tichelar. There are some stories that deserve to be told. As a young boy Will Adams' soft tissues were becoming harder, turning him into a living statue. Others faced with such a dark future might have felt sorry for themselves, turning inward. Not so for Will, his disease brought about an amazing creative burst of energy. His story is as inspiring today as it was 100 years ago. With a stellar cast and direction, this will be a "do not miss" production! Tickets in advance are $15; $20 at the door.
October Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
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The Museums Fundraiser
October 16, 6:00 - 9:00 pm A progressive evening benefiting the History Center and the U.P. Children's Museum. Music, delicious food and wonderful auction items. Details to come for the second year of this fun event! |
International Archeology Day Family Fair
October 18, 12:00 - 3:00 pm Spend a fun afternoon learning all about archeology. Lots of hands on activities, see how a "dig" is conducted, try to identify what is an artifact and not part of nature, watch demos and see artifacts and displays at our various interactive booths. You'll see why Indiana Jones loved history! Come anytime, open house format, included with general admission fee. |
November Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
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Native American Trail Marker Trees
November 5, 7:00 pm Join Dennis Downes author of Native American Trail Marker Trees: Marking Paths Through the Wilderness, for a very special program and book signing. Dennis has invested a lifetime in this research and will bring the stories of these great historic trees to our attention. Events like this will increase awareness to find and protect them. Two trees have already been found in the Upper Peninsula. $5 Suggested donation. |
Museum After Dark
November 8, 7:00 - 10:00 pm A weird and wonderful family adventure and each year has a different theme. Yes, exhibits do come to life after dark! Bring your flashlight for our third after dark adventure. You will have encounters with historical figures, see rare artifacts and hunt for others, become a part of history - put on a costume and have your photo taken, snacks and storytelling. Full of surprises designed for ages 7 and up. More details coming soon! |
December Programs and Events
All events take place at the History Center unless otherwise noted.
Victorian Christmas Celebration
December 17, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The Victorian era was known for excessive decoration. Christmas was the opportunity to cover a tree with tinsel and popcorn, to string garlands from every doorway, and set a holiday table that groaned with the weight of china and silver. Come join us to honor that tradition. Donations appreciated.
December 17, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The Victorian era was known for excessive decoration. Christmas was the opportunity to cover a tree with tinsel and popcorn, to string garlands from every doorway, and set a holiday table that groaned with the weight of china and silver. Come join us to honor that tradition. Donations appreciated.
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