Laurium and Calumet Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
village in Calumet Township, Houghton County, Michigan, United States
About Laurium and Calumet
Laurium was home to 1,900 people in 2019, and Calumet was home to 700 people. Laurium and Calumet are in the center of the Copper Country, the first major copper mining region in the United States. Laurium was founded as a company town serving the Laurium copper mine, which later became part of the Calumet & Hecla mine. The town was generally home to the wealthier members of Keweenaw society, such as mine owners and captains. Although the mines have long since closed, the town still sports many large houses and mansions built by the wealthy mine owners. Today, many of the houses are participating locations in the Keweenaw National Historical Park. Calumet also grew due to the copper mines in the area. It was incorporated as a town in 1867.
Top Attractions in Laurium and Calumet
Explore the best things to see and do in Laurium and Calumet:
- ★Calumet Downtown Historic District
- ★Calumet Theatre
- ★Calumet Visitor Center in the Union Building
- ★Laurium Historic District
- ★Pasty Fest
Where to Eat in Laurium and Calumet
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Carmelitas
- 🍴The Hut Inn
Laurium and Calumet Travel Guide Sections
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