Going to the Dogs
Tuesday, February 16th at 7:00 PM
Peter White Library Community Room
Explore the history of mushing with host Scott Zerbel. The program will include a video on the history of sled dog racing and stories from current area mushers. $5.00 suggested donation.
Area Schools Remembered
Thursday, March 18th at 7:00 PM
Marquette County History Museum
Homework is optional at this program hosted by Jim Koski. Take a pictorial look back from the first school to the most recent, accompanied by reminiscences from area teachers and the singing of school songs. $5.00 suggested donation.
Dinner in Time
Saturday, April 17th at 6:00 PM
Landmark Inn
Be sure to mark your calendar for this first annual fund-raiser. Each year we will choose an era, event or historical moment in time as the theme. Join us for great food, entertainment and a little history!
Sandstone Architecture of the Great Lakes Region
Thursday, April 29th at 7:00 PM
Peter White Library Community Room
What do the Marquette County Courthouse, St. Peter Cathedral and Ishpeming City Hall have in common? They were all built using the unique red sandstone of this region. Kathryn Bishop Eckert comes to us from Leland, MI to speak about the many buildings around the Great Lakes constructed of sandstone, quarried right here in Marquette and Houghton Counties. Eckert has authored several books on architecture, including “Buildings in Michigan” and “Sandstone Architecture of the Lake Superior Region.” $5.00 suggested donation.
Return to Ives Lake
Located in the Huron Mountain Club
Sunday, June 6th
Back by popular demand! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and wine while hearing the history of the Stone House and the Wildlife Research Center at Ives Lake. Tickets go on sale for museum members beginning May 10th. Tickets for the general public go on sale May 17th. Ride sharing is encouraged.
Golf Outing/Purse Auction
Monday, June 21th
Marquette Golf Club
Relaxing golf and new purses, what else could you want? Attend both or just one. Either way, it’s a hole in one! Mimosas and delicious treats will also be served.
A Ride Down Memory Lane
Tues, June 29th and Wed, June 30th
Boarding at the History Museum
Take a trolley ride of the exact route of the Presque Isle and Street Railway in the 1890s. Actors portraying local citizens will share stories and memories on this tour hosted by museum educator, Tiina Harris.
Two tours daily, one at 10:30 AM and the other at 2:00 PM. Each tour will take 60-90 minutes, with a stop at Presque Isle. Limited seating capacity, so please purchase tickets in advance.
South Marquette Walking Tour
Thursday, July 8th at 7:00 PM
Meet at Mares-Z-Doats
Take a unique walking tour with local historian, Jim Koski, through South Marquette, the first area settled within the city. $5.00 suggested donation.
From Ski Jumping to Antipasto - Celebrating Ishpeming’s Ethnicity
Thursday, July 22th from 10:30-noon
Carnegie Public Library, Ishpeming
Librarian Rosemary Michelin will bring artifacts, maps, photos and primary documents from the Longyear Library illustrating the many ethnic groups in Ishpeming. Hear about St. Rocco’s Society, the Finnish farm families, Norwegian skiers, Cornish mine captains, and more. Some genealogy “how-to” will be given. Cindy Mack, Director of the Carnegie Library will explain the local collection there. Donations will support the Carnegie Library.
Maritime Memories
Wednesday, August 4th at 6:30 PM
Meet at the Park Cemetery main gate
During Maritime Month, enjoy a stroll through Park Cemetery with Librarian Rosemary Michelin and guides to hear the fascinating stories of ship captains, lighthouse keepers, dock builders, fishermen and other area resident who were affected by the many moods of Lake Superior. Listen to a sailor’s ballad or two. $5.00 suggested donation.
A Photographic Retrospective
Tuesday, October 12th at 7:00 PM
Peter White Library Community Room
Take a visual tour of local history through the eyes of a professional photographer for over 35 years, Tom Buchkoe. From community events, music, sports, Tom has documented nearly every subject. $5.00 suggested donation.
Timeless Temptations: Auction of Antiques, Collectibles and Unique Opportunities
Thursday, October 28th at 7:00 PM
UpFront & Co, Marquette
The fifth annual auction will be unbelievable! Come bid on items in the silent auction while listening to live music and enjoying hors d’oeuvres and the cash bar. Or try to win amazing items in the live auction. You’ll see why people keep coming back again and again!
