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When Copper Was King |
Jack Foster, recognized authority on history of the Keweenaw, unfolds a spellbinding account of the copper era. The 86-year-old grandson of an immigrant Cornish woman is shown telling the story of copper diggings from the 1840's to the close of the era. | DVD | 23 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Early Copper Mines in Michigan |
Copper deposits on Isle Royale and the mainland, from the time of aboriginal people through the time of the Indians and beyond, are the focus of this video. Mining methods are covered, as well as how the metal was used in the early days. | DVD | 19 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Michigan's Iron History |
This is an historical look at the development of the iron mining industry in this state. Archival photos and slides help to tell the story of the early years as well as the final years of underground operations. An interesting look at the life of a miner is included. | DVD | 23 minutes with quiz | Grade 4-12 |
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Michigan Oil and Gas Industry |
How the oil and gas industry has developed over the last 55 years is chronicled along with the challenges of the industry. The immense deposits of oil shale in the state are examined as well as the geological forces that created the deposits. | DVD | 19 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula |
Take a trip and never leave the classroom! This is a video tour from Houghton to the northern-most tip of the peninsula. The topography of the land, water features, copper mining operations, scenic harbors, lighthouses, and a museum of mining history are explored
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