Community Calendar

The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit:
SCHOOL DAYS: EDUCATING MARQUETTE COUNTY
October 7 – February 1, 2025
Opening reception: October 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. For more information visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.
Attached image: Compliments of the John M. Longyear Research Library
Michigamme, teachers and pupils at farmers public school, Burns Farm chicken coop.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit:
SCHOOL DAYS: EDUCATING MARQUETTE COUNTY
October 7 – February 1, 2025
Opening reception: October 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. For more information visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.
Attached image: Compliments of the John M. Longyear Research Library
Michigamme, teachers and pupils at farmers public school, Burns Farm chicken coop.

The Marquette Elks Club is holding a fundraising dinner Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 eastern at the Elks Lodge located at the corner of Bluff and Front Street in Marquette. The public is invited to attend.

The homemade meal includes salad, entree, and dessert.

Dinner proceeds are used for activities and services that support children and veterans in our community.

More information at 906-226-7611
Or on Facebook at Marquette Elks Club 405.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit:
SCHOOL DAYS: EDUCATING MARQUETTE COUNTY
October 7 – February 1, 2025
Opening reception: October 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. For more information visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.
Attached image: Compliments of the John M. Longyear Research Library
Michigamme, teachers and pupils at farmers public school, Burns Farm chicken coop.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit:
SCHOOL DAYS: EDUCATING MARQUETTE COUNTY
October 7 – February 1, 2025
Opening reception: October 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. For more information visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.
Attached image: Compliments of the John M. Longyear Research Library
Michigamme, teachers and pupils at farmers public school, Burns Farm chicken coop.

Thursday, January 23, 2025, 7:00 pm at Kaufman Auditorium

Jack Deo and Jim Koski will share "Legends and Lore II - Even More Legendary,” more stories of amazing individuals and historical quirks from throughout Marquette County's 170+ year history. From community-defining moments to the people who built the U.P. to moments that may make you go "I remember that!," the show will bring to light some forgotten aspects of local history with pictures, facts, and a good deal of laughs.
This fundraiser will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 7:00 pm at Kaufman Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now, and they make great gifts. All tickets are general seating this year. $20.00 if you buy tickets in advance. Purchase tickets at marquettehistory.org, or in person at the History Center. They will increase by $5 at the door or by phone.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit:
SCHOOL DAYS: EDUCATING MARQUETTE COUNTY
October 7 – February 1, 2025
Opening reception: October 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. For more information visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.
Attached image: Compliments of the John M. Longyear Research Library
Michigamme, teachers and pupils at farmers public school, Burns Farm chicken coop.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit:
SCHOOL DAYS: EDUCATING MARQUETTE COUNTY
October 7 – February 1, 2025
Opening reception: October 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. For more information visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.
Attached image: Compliments of the John M. Longyear Research Library
Michigamme, teachers and pupils at farmers public school, Burns Farm chicken coop.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit:
SCHOOL DAYS: EDUCATING MARQUETTE COUNTY
October 7 – February 1, 2025
Opening reception: October 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-7:00pm
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. For more information visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.
Attached image: Compliments of the John M. Longyear Research Library
Michigamme, teachers and pupils at farmers public school, Burns Farm chicken coop.

First Presbyterian welcomes all knitters to join them in their parlor for weekly knitting on Mondays at 10 am. Knit for those in need or work on your own projects.