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KCHS is dedicated to the preservation and education of Keweenaw County's rich historic heritage. Here you may visit our historic sites/museums or attend our Adventures in History seminars throughout our operating season.

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PUBLIC AUCTION OF ORIGINAL PAINTING-
used for the cover of “Shipwrecked and Rescued; Cars and Crew” By Larry Jorgensen.

Mr. Jorgensen commissioned artist Clyde Mikkola to paint scenes of the Shipwreck City of Bangor for his book cover.

The author donated the painting to the Keweenaw County Historical Society to be used as a fundraiser.

It will be sold to the highest bidder.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A BID:
Please print your full name, address, phone number and an *email address with bid amount. Send by USPS mail to:

Keweenaw County Historical Society
670 Lighthouse Rd
Mohawk, Mi 49950
Attn: Shipwrecked and Rescued bid

*An email will be sent to you to acknowledge your bid was received.

The winner will be announced at our November 2027 board meeting.

2026 Keweenaw Destination Development Fund Supports the Keweenaw County Historical Society’s Observation Deck Stairway Project

The Eagle Harbor Light Station’s Observation Deck Stairway Renovation Project was selected to receive funding from Visit Keweenaw’s 2026 Destination Development Fund.  These funds are intended to support investments to attract visitors while also improving amenities that are enjoyed by residents living in the Keweenaw...
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