Welcome to the Marquette Regional History Center
We believe the preservation of the cultural and physical history of our area brings an understanding to the past and present, and provides a guide for the future. The Marquette Regional History Center not only maintains exhibits, artifacts and a research library, it is a forum for engaging the community and creating links between people.
-Our Mission
-Our Mission
The Marquette Regional History Center is a 501c3, private non-profit organization that was established in 1918. We receive no public funding. We rely on membership, fundraising events, donations, and admission fees to continue to provide our community and visitors with high quality, educational programming and exhibits. We invite you to learn more about the History Center. Plan your visit. Become a member. Read our blog. Make a donation.
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North vs. South Marquette
with Jim Koski and Jack Deo Thursday, January 23, 7:00 pm at Kaufman Auditorium Join us as Jim and Jack bring you back in time to see photos and hear stories about South Marquette and North Marquette. Some say it was a rivalry that may have caused a scuffle or two. Many do not agree where the official boundary lies. Everyone agrees these neighborhoods were about family and friends and a sense of community. See photographs from the Superior View and Longyear Library collections. If you missed the South Marquette walking tour last summer now is your chance to see and hear what everyone is talking about. This is a fundraiser for the Marquette Regional History Center. $15 first floor seating / $20 balcony seating in advance; $20 first floor seating / $25 balcony seating at the door. |
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Special Exhibit
Archeology on Ice
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October 7 - December 28, 2019
The exhibit describes the emerging discipline of Glacial Archeology and the unique archeological discoveries found in ice patches in Alaska. The exhibit is the result of decade-long field research and highlights climate change as well as the research, discoveries and tribal participation in the project. Artifacts as well as videos will be displayed. This is a traveling exhibit from the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, University of New Mexico. In addition there will be a display of archeology in Marquette County. Our region is drawing interest from outside scholars lately. One recently discovered site has been identified as one of the earliest known fur trade sites in the Great Lakes, dating to the early or mid 17th century. Learn more about the site, artifacts, and how we can learn to honor these places. Opening reception: October 16, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Lecture by key researcher for Archeology on Ice, Dr. James Dixon. Free, donations appreciated. Dr. Dixon will also speak about his work and the exhibit on December 12, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Science on Tap, Ore Dock Brewing Co., 114 W. Spring Street, downtown Marquette. |
MRHC Receives 2019 MCACA Grant
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The Marquette Regional History Center was awarded a $19,500 grant from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and National Endowment for the Arts. The grant will assist the MRHC to continue the mission to preserve our area's history through compelling exhibits, public programs and classroom field trips. The grant was awarded through the MCACA peer review process and is for MCACA fiscal year 2019 funding.
Organizations receiving a MCACA grant award are required to match those funds with other public and private dollars. Local business support of the MRHC include: Swanson, Mercier & Associates, Northern Michigan Bank& Trust, Wealth Strategy Group, Casa Calabria, Mining Journal, TV6, Rotary, Eagle Mine, UPHP, just to name a few. The History Center receives significant volunteer support from the community. We have over 50 volunteers. Without their help we could not provide the things people have come to expect from us. These dedicated people work with our curator, our educator and with school groups and present public programs, they help with all aspects of the research library and at the front desk welcoming guests. Thank you to our business supporters and to every one of our volunteers!
The MCACA peer review process allows for each grant application to be competitively considered by a panel of in-state and out-of-state arts and culture professionals. This ensures the residents of Michigan and visitors will have access to the highest quality arts and cultural experiences. Visit Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs for a complete list of grant awards around the state.
Thank you, MCACA!
Organizations receiving a MCACA grant award are required to match those funds with other public and private dollars. Local business support of the MRHC include: Swanson, Mercier & Associates, Northern Michigan Bank& Trust, Wealth Strategy Group, Casa Calabria, Mining Journal, TV6, Rotary, Eagle Mine, UPHP, just to name a few. The History Center receives significant volunteer support from the community. We have over 50 volunteers. Without their help we could not provide the things people have come to expect from us. These dedicated people work with our curator, our educator and with school groups and present public programs, they help with all aspects of the research library and at the front desk welcoming guests. Thank you to our business supporters and to every one of our volunteers!
The MCACA peer review process allows for each grant application to be competitively considered by a panel of in-state and out-of-state arts and culture professionals. This ensures the residents of Michigan and visitors will have access to the highest quality arts and cultural experiences. Visit Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs for a complete list of grant awards around the state.
Thank you, MCACA!
Our location in 1969
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