Friday, September 6, 2019

Michigan: Iron Ore and the Civil War in Negaunee Sept. 28

The Civil War and the role Michigan's iron resources played in preserving the Union come to life with Iron Ore and the Civil War, a free, family-friendly event at the Michigan Iron Industry Museum from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28.

You’ll discover the lives of soldiers and civilians alike, as Battery D, First Michigan Light Artillery, of Jackson and others bring fun and engaging experiences:

  • Visit a re-created Civil War campsite.
  • Talk with costumed interpreters.
  • See, hear, feel and smell Civil War cannons and other artillery.
  • Dance to Civil War-era music.
  • Watch as a blacksmith shapes iron into tools.
  • Play popular 19th-century children’s games.

The Michigan Iron Industry Museum is located at 73 Forge Road in Negaunee.