February 23, 2026-January 2, 2027 This exhibit showcases two hundred and fifty artifacts, photographs, and documents from our permanent collections. These objects connect local history to the national story while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has often seemed remote from the rest of the country. However, the themes and movements of U.S. history can be seen here as well, especially since the War of 1812. When the country braced for the Civil War, U.P. iron miners raced to uncover iron for the Union army’s railroads and ammunitions. When labor movements exploded following
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5 events,May 1st through July 31st, 2026. Peter White Public Library Youth Services desk Jurassic Art Reception on August 4th, 2026 3:00pm-6:00pm Calling all young artists! Youth of all ages are encouraged to submit art to the Peter White Public Library Youth Services desk beginning May 1st through July 31st, 2026. Artists may find inspiration in the Summer Reading: Unearth a Story theme, but are not confined to the given theme for their art pieces. We ask that your submissions do not exceed 12 inches in any direction, and that only one art piece is submitted per child. Submissions Step Right Up for the Greatest Show in Marquette County: U.P. Hospice Foundation Unveils ‘A Night Under the Big Top’ presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style! After ten unforgettable years of dancing, fundraising, and community spirit, the beloved event is evolving! This year’s production transforms the stage into a whimsical, high-energy circus-inspired celebration packed with excitement, creativity, and show-stopping performances- all in support of compassionate Hospice care throughout our community. Under the glow of the big top, local celebrity groups will team up with talented Marquette dance professionals to deliver unforgettable performances that go far beyond traditional Summer Beach Coed Volleyball League June 3rd through August 5th Wednesday Nights Hancock Sand Courts 6v6 coed (Minimum 3 females) Age 16+ Cost $60 per Team email Jperala13@gmail.com with questions |
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Tuesdays, June (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Fridays, June (5, 12, 26) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Heritage Room. Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two in-person mindfulness meditation programs each week this summer. Sessions will include a combination of talks, seated meditation, and movement practices. All individuals, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend. For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. Please announce the following recurring monthly event: for Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds.The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm., the last Tuesday of each month. The dates are as follows: June 30, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL July 28, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL Thank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates. Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with any questions or concerns. 2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule Multi-Purpose Building on M28 Music Starts @ 7:00 pm June 30 Tom Katalin July 7 Boots and Sandals July 14 Wing Nuts July 21 Jack Jolliff July 28 Lightning Ridge Aug 4 Chad Borgen and the Collective Aug 11 Rolling Thunder Aug 18 Belinda Maki Aug 25 U.P. Gumbo |
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6 events,2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm July 2 Copy That – Country, Smooth, Jazz, Rock July 9 Jack Joliff – Country, country, country July 16 Aura Jamboree Preview – Variety of music July 23 Cathy Bolton – Sweetness in Pops July 30 The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World Aug 6 Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing Aug 13 Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics Aug 20 Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band Aug 27 Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country Sept 10 |
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Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm This year’s Marquette July 4th Parade is special since we celebrate our Nation’s 250th Birthday. The theme for the Parade is One Nation Indivisible – 250 Years. Parade start time: 2pm at McClellan and Washington. Attendees should plan to arrive at 1:15 pm or earlier as the nearby streets are closed then. Parade Float Line up time: 1pm. Attached please find the Staging Area Map and Parade Route. To apply for entering a float or car go online to https://bit.ly/KiwanisMQTParadeApplication or our website marquettefourth.com. We still need 10 more volunteer crossing guards to keep children safe. Apply to Brian or
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Lake Linden Farmers Market Fridays 3-6 pm Located in the Lake Linden Village Park June through to September lakelindenfarmersmarket.com facebook.com/lakelindenmi instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket lakelindenmarket@gmail.com |
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6 events,2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule Multi-Purpose Building on M28 Music Starts @ 7:00 pm July 7 Boots and Sandals July 14 Wing Nuts July 21 Jack Jolliff July 28 Lightning Ridge Aug 4 Chad Borgen and the Collective Aug 11 Rolling Thunder Aug 18 Belinda Maki Aug 25 U.P. Gumbo |
6 events,2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm July 9 Jack Joliff – Country, country, country July 16 Aura Jamboree Preview – Variety of music July 23 Cathy Bolton – Sweetness in Pops July 30 The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World Aug 6 Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing Aug 13 Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics Aug 20 Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band Aug 27 Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass Bad |
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Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm
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Lake Linden Farmers Market Fridays 3-6 pm Located in the Lake Linden Village Park June through to September lakelindenfarmersmarket.com facebook.com/lakelindenmi instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket lakelindenmarket@gmail.com |
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6 events,2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule Multi-Purpose Building on M28 Music Starts @ 7:00 pm July 14 Wing Nuts July 21 Jack Jolliff July 28 Lightning Ridge Aug 4 Chad Borgen and the Collective Aug 11 Rolling Thunder Aug 18 Rolling Thunder Aug 18 Belinda Maki Aug 25 U.P. Gumbo |
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Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax, meet a few entertaining historic characters, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC. Tickets are $25, and on sale now! Advanced purchase is recommended. These tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. Eight total tours in July and August. July Bus Tours: 6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15, 22, 29 1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & |
7 events,2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm July 16 Aura Jamboree Preview – Variety of music July 23 Cathy Bolton – Sweetness in Pops July 30 The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World Aug 6 Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing Aug 13 Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics Aug 20 Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band Aug 27 Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area |
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Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm 2026 Golf Tournament FOUR PERSON SCRAMBLE July 18th, Check in 10:00am / Tee Off 11:00am L’Anse Golf Club Dinner, Cash Prizes, Raffle $240 per team / $30 2 person cart rental (20 carts available) Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Registration forms available by contacting 906-353-8808
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Lake Linden Farmers Market Fridays 3-6 pm Located in the Lake Linden Village Park June through to September lakelindenfarmersmarket.com facebook.com/lakelindenmi instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket lakelindenmarket@gmail.com |
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Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax, meet a few entertaining historic characters, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC. Tickets are $25, and on sale now! Advanced purchase is recommended. These tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. Eight total tours in July and August. July Bus Tours: 6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15, 22, 29 1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & 2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule Multi-Purpose Building on M28 Music Starts @ 7:00 pm July 21 Jack Jolliff July 28 Lightning Ridge Aug 4 Chad Borgen and the Collective Aug 11 Rolling Thunder Aug 18 Belinda Maki Aug 25 U.P. Gumbo |
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Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax, meet a few entertaining historic characters, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC. Tickets are $25, and on sale now! Advanced purchase is recommended. These tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. Eight total tours in July and August. July Bus Tours: 6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15, 22, 29 1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & |
6 events,2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm July 23 Cathy Bolton – Sweetness in Pops July 30 The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World Aug 6 Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing Aug 13 Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics Aug 20 Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band Aug 27 Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area School Cafeteria – 201 N 4th Street |
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Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm
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Lake Linden Farmers Market Fridays 3-6 pm Located in the Lake Linden Village Park June through to September lakelindenfarmersmarket.com facebook.com/lakelindenmi instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket lakelindenmarket@gmail.com |
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6 events,July 27-31 Northern Michigan University will host the 2026 BIPOC Outdoors Summit & Rest Retreat July 27-31. While the events are designed to center the experiences of Black, Indigenous and People of Color in outdoor spaces, everyone is welcome to participate. The emphasis is on creating an environment that fosters belonging, reflection and engagement with nature. Programming will include outdoor adventures, skills workshops and discussions focused on leadership, wellness and community-building. Attendees will also have access to restorative spaces intended for reflection, connection and self-care. The summit July 27-28 will feature keynote speakers, breakout sessions and local excursions. Block lodging |
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Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax, meet a few entertaining historic characters, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC. Tickets are $25, and on sale now! Advanced purchase is recommended. These tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. Eight total tours in July and August. July Bus Tours: 6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15, 22, 29 1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & Please announce the following recurring monthly event: for Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds.The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm., the last Tuesday of each month. The dates are as follow: July 28, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL Thank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates. Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with any questions or concerns. 2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule Multi-Purpose Building on M28 Music Starts @ 7:00 pm July 28 Lightning Ridge Aug 4 Chad Borgen and the Collective Aug 11 Rolling Thunder Aug 18 Belinda Maki Aug 25 U.P. Gumbo |
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Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax, meet a few entertaining historic characters, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC. Tickets are $25, and on sale now! Advanced purchase is recommended. These tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. Eight total tours in July and August. July Bus Tours: 6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15, 22, 29 1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & |
7 events,2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm July 30 The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World Aug 6 Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing Aug 13 Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics Aug 20 Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band Aug 27 Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area School Cafeteria – 201 N 4th Street |
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Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm
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Lake Linden Farmers Market Fridays 3-6 pm Located in the Lake Linden Village Park June through to September lakelindenfarmersmarket.com facebook.com/lakelindenmi instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket lakelindenmarket@gmail.com |