Keweenaw restoration in Hancock, Michigan
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Quincy Smelting Works
β ClosedThe Quincy Smelting Works, located at 48991 Maple Street in Hancock, Michigan, is a museum and tourist attraction that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the history of the copper industry in the United States. Built by the Quincy Mining Company in 1898, the smelter was used to refine copper from the surrounding mines and also accepted custom work from neighboring operations. Over time, the facility expanded with the addition of new buildings to accommodate changing technologies. After the decline of the industry following World War II, the smelter closed its doors in 1971. However, the site was preserved and eventually included in the Quincy Mining Company National Historic Landmark District and Keweenaw National Historical Park. In 2007, efforts were made to save and restore the smelter, with the assistance of the National Park Service, Environmental Protection Agency, and local nonprofit groups. Today, the Quincy Smelting Works is open for guided tours from late June to mid-October, offering visitors a chance to learn about the machinery, processes, and workers that played a crucial role in Michigan's copper industry. As the only remaining industrial site of its kind in the world, the Quincy Smelter provides a valuable opportunity to explore and appreciate this important aspect of American history.
48991 Maple St, Hancock, MI 49930, United States
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