Copper Country Heritage Council Records

Collection — Box: 1-6

Identifier: MS-273

Staff Only

Collection Scope and Content Summary

Records, 1976-1995, of the Copper Country Heritage Council. Includes point system and nomination forms for the architectural heritage award given annually by the Council, documents regarding historic home tours and other programs, clippings and press releases as well as membership lists, meeting minutes, correspondence and annual reports.

Dates

1976-1992

Access

Available for use in the Michigan Technological University Archives and Copper Country Historical Collections.

Conditions Governing Use

Various copying restrictions apply. Guidelines are available from Michigan Technological University Archives & Copper Country Historical Collections.

Biography

The Copper Country Heritage Council was organized in September, 1980, to promote community awareness and facilitate cooperative actions to help maintain the valuable heritage of this region that makes it a unique area for residents and visitors alike. Heritage is taken to mean social and economic practices, ethnic and religious traditions, architectural resources and the arts. The Council's membership represents local organizations and groups, as well as private individuals who share enthusiasm and concern for the rich local heritage of Michigan's Copper Country.