MCHM Annual Meeting
Tuesday, February 24 at 7:00 PM
Ramada Inn
Dan Truckey, Director of the Beaumier UP Heritage Center, and Dave Bezotte, librarian at Michigan Tech, will give a multi-media presentation about the French-Canadian experience in the U.P. which will feature French-Canadian songs performed by the duo. A brief business meeting will begin the evening. All museum members are welcome.
Inside the Museum - From Petticoats to Pantsuits
Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 PM
At the Museum
In honor of Women’s History Month, the lives of interesting local women will be examined through artifacts, stories and photographs. With Librarian Rosemary Michelin, Educator Tiina Harris and Curator Jo DeYoung. $5 suggested donation
To Tell the Truth
Tuesday, April 14 at 7:00 PM
Peter White Library Community Room
Vernon Peterson, who currently operates Points North Polygraph, having retired from the State Forensic Lab in Marquette, will give an entertaining talk about the history of the “lie detector.” He will also include a demonstration of how it works and how it has been used to crack criminal cases in Upper Michigan. $5 suggested donation
Would you like to walk with the Museum
in Marquette’s 4th of July Parade? Call us!
Purse Auction
Saturday, April 18 at 12:00 PM
Location TBA
Don’t miss our 3rd annual silent auction of purses, scarves, jewelry and accessories - some antique, some vintage, some new! This event has been a wonderful success every year with amazing items donated by the community specifically for this event. Mimosas and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Amazing Race through Historic Marquette County
Sunday, May 17 at 3:00 PM
Meet at the future home of the Museum, 309 S. Third St., Marquette
Prepare yourself for a scavenger hunt/road rally that promises to challenge your wits, sharpen your navigation skills and dares to take you all across Marquette County! Wow the competition with your teamwork by figuring out the clues at each point along the route. The final clue will reveal the finish line bash location and award ceremony! Advanced registration is required.
65th Anniversary of D-Day
Friday, June 5 at 7:00 PM
Chapel of the Jacobetti Veterans Center, Fisher St. Marquette
Jim and Loraine Koski will give an overview of this historic day and share stories of local veterans who were participants. $5 suggested donation
Self-Guided walking tours
Take a walking tour of Marquette’s historic district while exploring the architecture and fascinating stories of the area’s past. Two brochures are available at the Museum - Marquette’s business district and the historic Ridge Street homes district. $2 each
Homes Tour
Sunday, June 14 from 1 - 4:00 PM
Enjoy a tour of some amazing homes in the area on this fund-raiser. Save the date and watch for more information in the mail! Location to be announced.
Marquette Park Cemetery Tour
Wednesday, July 22 at 6:30 PM
Caretaker’s House
Interesting local residents will be highlighted in this cemetery walking tour with Research Librarian Rosemary Michelin. $5 suggested donation
Local Heroes of WWII
Wednesday, August 5 at 6:30 PM
Meet at the Caretaker’s at Holy Cross Cemetery, Wright Street
Hear some amazing stories with Loraine and Jim Koski as they honor local heroes on this walking tour to the gravesites of those who served in WWII. $5 suggested donation
Ridge Street Youth Walking Tour
Thursday, August 13 at 2:00 PM
Meet in front of the History Museum
Museum Educator Tiina Harris will take children on an interactive walking tour through the historic Ridge Street homes district of Marquette. Free!
The Palestra Remembered
Tuesday, September 22 at 7:00 PM
Peter White Public Library Community Room
This is an open invitation to everyone who has fond memories of the old Palestra ice arena. Whether you played hockey, skated, or were a spectator, please come and share photos, videos, and most of all, great stories. $5 suggested donation
Baseball has Cooperstown, football has Canton and skiing has Ishpeming. . .
October 15 at 7:00 PM
Location TBA
To the native Ojibwa, Ishpeming means “heaven” or ‘high place,’ which is a good start for ski history. But how can a sport of steep slopes and spandex be headquartered in a state where the tallest hill, Mt. Arvon, is only 1979 feet? It’s more than geography, dude, chalk this lesson up to world history. After all, what does skiing have to do with mining? More than you think, and Frida Waara, who has skied to the North Pole with an all woman expedition and still continues to adventure across the globe, will share the story of where skiing started. $5 suggested donation
Timeless Temptations
Thursday, October 29 at 6:30 PM
UpFront & Co.
This is the 4th Annual Auction of Antiques, Collectibles and Unique Opportunities! Search for treasures and amazing finds at the live and silent auction while you enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and live music. Past opportunities included once-in-a-lifetime trips to Lake Superior lighthouses, historic adventures and weekend getaways. There is something for everyone!
Museum Holiday Open House
Thursday, November 19 from 7- 9:00 PM
Once again the Museum will celebrate the holiday season with a night of fun, free admission, door prizes, music and great sales in the Museum Store.
Past Events
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