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Republic Mine Observation Site, Marquette County

Republic Mine Observation Site, Marquette County

August 17, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
History

Mining in the Marquette area dates back to the 1840s, and is responsible for much of the development of Ishpeming and Negaunee. Some mining continues…

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Jasper Knob: A Unique Rock Formation and Scenic Views in Ishpeming

Jasper Knob: A Unique Rock Formation and Scenic Views in Ishpeming

July 28, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

When we visit the Upper Peninsula I’m always looking for new and unique places to visit. I had heard about Jasper Knob in a few…

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10 More Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out

10 More Michigan Abandoned Places and Ruins Worth Checking Out

February 1, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
History

Abandoned places and ruins continue to fascinate travelers, as they provide a window into the past as well as some amazing pictures. Many Michigan abandoned…

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Millie Mine Bat Viewing and Millie Hill Lookout, Iron Mountain

Millie Mine Bat Viewing and Millie Hill Lookout, Iron Mountain

November 29, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

The sign on U.S.-2/141 while driving through Iron Mountain had always made us curious: “Bat Viewing Site” with an arrow pointing to the right, but…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum, Ishpeming

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum, Ishpeming

November 11, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Photo Gallery Friday: Michigan Iron Industry Museum, Negaunee

Photo Gallery Friday: Michigan Iron Industry Museum, Negaunee

November 10, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Museums

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where a few pictures just aren’t enough…

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Copper Harbor Lighthouse, Lake Superior

Copper Harbor Lighthouse, Lake Superior

July 11, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Copper Harbor is located at the tip of the Upper Peninsula’s Keweenaw Peninsula, the northernmost point on Michigan’s mainland. The Copper Harbor Lighthouse has stood…

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December 24, 1913: Remembering the Italian Hall Disaster in Calumet

December 24, 1913: Remembering the Italian Hall Disaster in Calumet

December 24, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

On our journeys across the state we’ve explored many historical sites, and while most provoke a sense of awe and nostalgia others are a reminder…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Union Mine Trail, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Union Mine Trail, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

December 6, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesdays is a new feature that will showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands…

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Michigan's Keweenaw National Historic Park: 26 Sites Worth Visiting

Michigan’s Keweenaw National Historic Park: 26 Sites Worth Visiting

July 24, 2016
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips, Landmarks, Lighthouses, Museums

The National Park Service is celebrating 100 years of operation in 2016, and will be featuring a variety of special events at its parks. Michigan…

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