“Dedicated to those who toiled underground to work these mines.
Many died in the darkness so future generations could live in the light.”
The Miners Memorial Heritage Park (MMHP) encompasses the former iron ore mining locations within the City of Ironwood. The discovery of these mines resulted in the establishment of the City of Ironwood in the latter part of the 19th century. The last iron ore mine in the City of Ironwood closed in 1966.
Heritage
We are creating interpretive signs along paths to inform visitors of the buildings and mine shafts that for years were part of the landscape. Miners Memorial Heritage Park encourages visitors to learn about and respect the mining heritage of the area, provide four-season exercise and recreational venues, and afford direct and indirect economic benefits. Interpretive signage, reconstruction of a mining headframe, and historical photos will create an outdoor museum allowing the individual to experience history first-hand.
Silent Sports
Non-motorized trails will be used for activities including hiking, biking, running, walking, skiing, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing while providing safe corridors between many locations within the City of Ironwood and the opportunity for regional trail connections. Miners Memorial Heritage Park will provide a unique attraction for residents and tourists alike!
Our History
Our group, the Friends of Miners Memorial Heritage Park, was created to promote, maintain, and create Miners Memorial Heritage Park within the mining areas of Ironwood. In July 2010, the City of Ironwood passed a resolution that created the Miners Memorial Heritage Park by the request of the Friends of Miners Memorial Heritage Park.
Contacts:
Friends of the Miners Memorial Heritage Park
P.O. Box 52
Ironwood, MI 49938
president@fmmhp.com
Board of Directors:
President: Rick Semo
Vice President:
Secretary: Carol Erickson
Treasurer: Morgan Grasso
Trails Chair: Jim Decur
History Chair: Ivan Hellen
Nature Chair: Sharlene Shaffer
Dog Park Chair: Alan Lawrence
“We want to hear from you! We welcome all comments offered in the spirit of civil conversation.
We will delete comments and posts that are malicious, libelous, abusive, or threatening; spam, commercial solicitations, or self-promoting material; that contain false information, profanity, or are irrelevant to the topic of discussion.
FMMHP is also required to remove any express or implied statement endorsing or opposing any political party or candidate for political office.” – Board Approved