Things to do in Houghton
A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum
A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum is on the fifth floor of the Electrical Energy Resources Center at Michigan Technological University; metered parking is available on Townsend Dr. (US 41). Displays include copper and silver specimens native to the Upper Peninsula, fluorescent minerals and natural copper crystals. Call (906) 487-2572 for more information.
1400 Townsend Dr., Houghton, MI 49931
Coppertown USA Mining Museum
Coppertown USA Mining Museum is on Red Jacket Rd., 2 blks. w. of US 41. A heritage site of Keweenaw National Historical Park, Coppertown traces the evolution of mines and mining through displays of mining equipment. A simulated mine at the entrance provides a glimpse of the miner's world. Call (906) 337-4354 for more information.
25815 Red Jacket Rd., Calumet, MI 49913
Delaware Copper Mine Tour
Delaware Copper Mine Tour is 12 mi. s. on US 41. Visitors can take a self-guiding underground walking tour into a mid-1800s copper mine where veins of copper can be seen. On the grounds are llamas and a skunk. The mine temperature averages 45 F; warm clothing is recommended. Call (906) 289-4688 for more information.
12 mi. s. on US 41, Copper Harbor, MI 49918
Greenstone Ridge and Minong Trails
Greenstone Ridge and Minong Trails on Isle Royale generally follow the prominent ridges after which they are named. The Greenstone Ridge Trail permits access to points at either end of the island. Call (906) 482-0984 for more information.
Hanka Finnish Homestead Museum
Hanka Finnish Homestead Museum is 7 mi. w. of US 41 on Arnheim Rd., following signs. The century-old Finnish farming homestead is restored to its 1920s appearance and includes a number of outbuildings. Call (906) 353-6239 for more information.
7 mi. w. of US 41 on Arnheim Rd, Pelkie, MI 49958
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