The Michigan Technological University Archives and Copper Country Historical Collections is updating its list of local historical researchers for hire. We are seeking individuals interested in providing unaffiliated fee-based research services to patrons unable to undertake their own research projects or patrons with more in-depth remote research needs above and beyond what archives staff can . . .
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Archives co-founder, David Henry Thomas, who passed away at home on October 25, 2025. A distinguished figure in the Michigan cultural heritage community, Mr. Thomas was a devoted lover of history, a treasured friend of many, and a kind and generous community volunteer. Born . . .
On behalf of the Michigan Technological University Archives and Copper Country Historical Collections, it is my sincere pleasure to welcome a new Archivist joining our team for 2025-2027. Cory Davis joins us after a competitive national call for applicants. While in Houghton, Cory will be assisting in regular archival duties, including reference and research support . . .
The Michigan Technological University Archives and Copper Country HistoricalCollections, a department within the J. Robert Van Pelt and John and Ruanne Opie Library, is currently accepting applications for its annual Travel Grant Program. The travel grant brings scholars and researchers to Michigan Technological University to work with the archives’ collections. Financial support for the Travel . . .
Part 2 of 2. Visitors who have not read “He Was Someone” should do so first. October 4, 1959. A woman picked wildflowers near a culvert on Davis Road in Mequon, Wisconsin. Weather data from General Mitchell Field, an airport thirty miles south, speaks to a pleasant day: temperatures reaching the upper 50s, precipitation holding . . .
Part 1 of 2. His mother named him Chester. The ones responsible for his death called him Markku. He died far before his time in December 1958–not yet seven years old. Born in Houghton County, he spent his entire short life in the Copper Country. He should have been buried with dignity in his hometown. . . .
As the new academic year begins, we take a moment to thank our fantastic summer 2024 intern, Katie Higley, for all of her hard work and wish her well on her next journey. Summer in the MTU Archives is always an adventure and Katie weathered everything in stride beautifully. Thank you, Katie! We always make . . .
Genealogy is one of America’s most popular and most accessible hobbies, but sometimes the terms associated with it boggle the mind. Our archivists are here to help make the jargon of history make sense whenever we can. We’ll use this opportunity–hopefully the first in an occasional blog series!–to shed some light on one such term. . . .
Have you ever done something wrong and felt terrible about it? Are there things that you’ve done many years ago that you still think about? Little things like breaking your sibling’s favorite toy, stealing from a store, or saying something hurtful to a friend. Those things can gnaw at you in the days, weeks, or . . .
On behalf of the Michigan Technological University Archives and Copper Country Historical Collections, in partnership with the Friends of the Michigan Tech Library, we hope you will help us welcome our new Archives Intern for summer 2024! Katie Higley was was selected as the Friends of the Michigan Tech Library Archives Intern after a competitive . . .