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The Surface Tour includes a guided tour of the grounds, the museum, a video tour of the #2 Shaft-Rock House, built in 1908 and used until 1931, and the Hoist Engine Building that houses the Nordberg Steam-powered hoist engine.  Our knowledgeable tour guides will explain about copper mining and answer your questions about the mining operation of the Quincy Mining Company.

The Underground Tour includes all of the above and also takes you on the cog-rail tramcar for a ride down the hill to the entrance at the 7th level of the mine. A tractor-pulled wagon will enter a large opening in the hill and take you into the underground mine where there are exhibits of mining tools and equipment.

If you wish to ride the tram down the hill, take photographs, and not tour the underground mine, this can be added to the Surface Tour.

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Surface and Underground Tours include the following:

Quincy Shaft-Rock House #2 The #2 Shaft-Rock House will catch your eye as you drive towards Houghton and Hancock as it stands majestically on the top of the hill. Built in 1908, the mineshaft underneath the structure inclines into the earth for approximately 1.7 miles. Tour the shaft house through an interesting video presentation.

The Museum Located in the original 1894 #2 Hoist Building, the Museum contains many interesting exhibits and specimens on loan from the Seaman Mineralogical Museum. Be sure to see the 17-ton solid copper boulder recently recovered from Lake Superior.

Nordberg Steam Hoist The large Hoist Building houses the amazing Nordberg Steam Hoist, the world’s largest steam powered hoist engine. The building was one of the first very large reinforced concrete buildings with no interior supporting columns.

Cog Rail Tram Car

Quincy Mine Underground Tour When the tram arrives at the mine entrance, visitors will ride in a wagon pulled by a tractor about ½ mile straight into the side of the hill to Shaft #5 where you sill see early mine cars and learn how they worked. Your tour guide will explain how these miners extracted the copper from the rock walls.

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The Quincy Mining Company was a major copper producer in the late 1800's, ceased underground mining operations in 1945, and eventually stopped processing copper in 1967. There are no operating copper mines left in the Upper Peninsula so plan to stop and take a trip into the past when “Copper was King”. The mining complex once housed several copper mines and a variety of buildings.

Restoration Projects

The first phase of the restoration of the Historic Engine House for the Quincy and Torch Lake Railroad was completed in the fall of 2010. The building and the #2 maintenance pit have been restored. Hopefully all four service pits will be completed in the near future.

Locomotive #5 and Locomotive #1 (The Thomas Mason) of the Quincy & Torch Lake Railroad are on display behind the Hoist House. Locomotive #6 has recently been returned to the Quincy Mine and is waiting cosmetic restoration.

The Gift Shop and the grounds of the Quincy Mining Complex are open to visitors free of charge if you want to pick up a souvenir or walk abound the old mining complex. You will find a nice collection of items in the Gift Shop including mugs, jewelry, magnets, ornaments, plush animals, rocks & mineral samples, shirts, and videos. Books and maps are available to show how copper was mined and turned into ingots ready to ship to the lower Great Lakes.

For additional Information visit our website at www.quincymine.com Or call: 906-482-3101

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The Quincy Mine properties are owned and operated by the Quincy Mine Hoist Association, Inc. A not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation that operates for the education of the public and the preservation of the Mine Site.

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“ I knew nothing about mining and I have a new respect for the hard work those men endured and what they created. ” in 8 reviews

“ ut. T he ho ist could pull a skip, loaded with 10 tons of copper ore, to the surface at a speed of 36 M ” in 6 reviews

“ You ride a tram down a hill outside where a adit (large man made opening) allows entrance into the mine. ” in 6 reviews

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49750 US Hwy 41

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Come and take a Historical Underground Copper Mining tour of the Quincy Mine. Ride on the Midwest's only cogwheel tram to explore underground where the Miners broke rock all day. Explore the 1918 hoist house with your guide and see the Worlds Largest Steam hoist used for Mining and hear about much more! …

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Great tour. I have been on this tour previously and Clayton was the best tour guide by far. His interest is in history provided a good perspective of the hoist building and equipment and the ubderground tour. I highly recommend this tour, especially by Clayton to gain an understanding of why so many Europeans traveled here to work in the mines in the late 1800's and first part of the 1900's. I also recommend you take time to walk through and listen to the video presentation in the No. 2 Shaft Rock House. It closes the loop on how men were moved in and out of the mine workings, how the mine was dewatered, and how ore was hoisted and dumped into bins on the surface. Went on the Smelter Tour today. Brendan did a great job, he was very knowledgeable and seem to have the whole tour memorized. I am sorry to see no Yelp reference specially for this tour. This is an oversight by the tour management.

I didn't go on the tour when I came here. I would have if I had known more information. The gift store was quite extensive and I commented on that to Ryan when I was checking out. However , I got the feeling that I was interrupting their work session. I tried to chat Ryan up a little bit about the area but maybe he's just burned out on tourists. I bought quite a few things and I was hoping to at least get a thank you but all I got was a "here you go" when he handed me my bags. Um, you're welcome? Thank you? The area itself I walked around quite a bit and took a lot of photographs. You can walk right into the old crumbling buildings, which is nice and the flowers around them were beautiful and made for beautiful photographs. None of the buildings are signed so unless you do your research you have no idea what any of the buildings were for. There was one homemade video showing in the main mining building that was fascinating to watch. I'm lucky I was the only one there since there was only one seat and the garbage cans were quite full. Other than being disappointed with the gift shop employees I would recommend coming to this place and doing some research before you get here.

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My husband and I were on our way to a different mine when we saw these abandoned torn down structures. I was taking photos when I noticed the sign. We turned back around and decided to go into the store. They had a very large gift shop filled with a lot of souvenirs. I asked the gentleman at the counter if they were still doing tours. Unfortunately, the tour was going to be in another hour and a half. However, he told us we are more than welcome to tour the grounds. We could not go below ground, as that was restricted for the tours. He gave us a map as well. You can go on the website to see the pricing. It is $35 for a full tour or $15 for above ground for adults. Children that are 6 and under are free. I think that it would be such an amazing experience to go under ground for the tour. We saw some hard hats when we walked into one of the buildings.

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Even if you don't love history this is interesting and so unique!! I thought it was fascinating. I knew nothing about mining and I have a new respect for the hard work those men endured and what they created. The scope and scale of this mine is hard to describe. You've got to see it. And I'm so glad the quincy mine hoist association saved it! The machinery is like nothing I've ever seen. The guides are so talented at explaining it all in an interesting way. We were all listening and engaged because it is so incredible how those men went down and brought out the copper and how the advances over time changed everything. Knowing how far they went down is just mind boggling. Go see it for yourself! The grounds are lovely too! The trail into the mine can be wet and muddy so wear good shoes! You won't be disappointed!

Super cool tour -- the tour itself of the mine was about 2 hours long. It's about 43 degrees in there so make sure to bring a jacket! Riding the tram up/down the hill was fun for the kids (and kids under 6 get in free!) The gift shop is large and VERY dangerous if you like to shop lol. Not only area books and semi precious gems but a huge jewelry section. All reasonably priced too.

Excellent tour and guide. Guide was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the region and the mine. Highly recommend!

We were up in the Keweenaw Peninsula after a trip to Isle Royale. I had read a little about the Quincy Mine as I was planning the trip. My travel partner was very enthusiastic when I told him about the mine as a place to visit during our day and a half in the Hancock area. I thought it might be interesting. I was wrong. It was extremely interesting. It hits so many areas of interest: American history, industrialization, workers rights, labor, innovation, mining, geology. It was a fascinating grounds to explore. Many of the buildings are nothing but ruins, which have their own beauty. It brings to life the transient nature of our puny existence. Truly, I became philosophical as I wandered around the grounds. The mine tour was was really interesting. Brian was our guide and he was very personable and easy to listen to, and had so much information. Not just the canned tour information but he was able to answer the many questions put forth by the tour members. My partner is one of those people who when on a tour and the guide asks "any questions before we move on?", everyone, including the guide, looks at him. I dont think there was a time on the 2 hour tour when Brian had to say "I dont know". If you are claustrophobic, no worries. This is not a tour akin to a cave tour. You ride a tram down a hill outside where a adit (large man made opening) allows entrance into the mine. There is no overwhelming feeling of claustrophobia or closeness or that feeling of knowing there are tons of earth above you. The tour is also very accessible. One of the men on the tour had a stand up walker. Another tour member was 88 years old. There was a walk into the mine, about 200 feet and many stops along the way as the guide would point out different formations or talk about mine related events. My 12 year old was engaged throughout the tour. It was a worthwhile afternoon. The other adult and I consul have spent several more hours wandering the grounds and reading all the different placards, but the 12 year old was done. The pre teen did enjoy the gift shop and we spent more money than I usually spend in gift shops. I've been home for only a few days but have talked up our time in the Keweenaw Peninsula, the Quincy Mine, and the National Historic Park. We also spent a couple hours in Ripley, Michigan at the Quincy Smelter. The Mine Tour includes both options. We did the Smelter one day and the Mine the next. The Smelter was also very interesting. The tour ws not well attended, which is a shame. I think it doesnt have the publicity as the mine but it was also very informative. Our guide at the Smelter was Brandon (perhaps Braden?) and he had a distracting tone and cadence when he talked in what my partner, son, and I called his "professional tour guide voice". But when he forgot to use the odd voice, the cadence and tone were normal and not distracting. It seems like an weird thing to comment on, but if you get him as a guide, you will definitely know what I mean.

Confession: We didn't do the tour here because of time constraints but we did enjoy a really cool time exploring the grounds and snapping some pics of the buildings and mining structures. It was a gorgeous October morning and the colors of the sky and changing leaves juxtaposed with the industrial rubble and structures was such a memorable experience. If you want to learn more without a tour their website has a lot of great videos plus info such as: * Mining operations have been closed since 1945, but the site is preserved as a cooperating site of the Keweenaw National Historical Park * The Nordberg Steam Hoist is the largest steam-powered hoist engine ever built. ....and more! So if you can't get the full experience because of Covid, time, or whatever, you can find tons of info at quincymine.com to supplement your visit!

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So interesting! Always great to get some history of what sustained a settlement. Makes you appreciate labor laws!

Such a great historical treasure. Really enjoyed the tour and our tour guide, Clayton, was very informative and engaging!

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The Quincy Mine closed in 1945, but has been preserved as part of the Keweenaw National Historic Park as a way to honor the Copper Country’s rich mining history. Visitors to the Quincy Mine can take a guided tour of the historic mine, explore the shaft house with the largest steam-powered hoist engine, go underground into the once operational mine, ride on the Midwest’s only cogwheel tram – all while taking in breathtaking views of the Portage Lake Lift Bridge. 

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Quincy and Delaware mine tours open full-time for summer tourism

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP and DELAWARE, Mich. (WLUC) - Now that warmer weather is here, tourist attractions around the Copper Country are opening their doors.

Starting Friday, the Quincy Mine will be opening full-time, offering tours throughout the week.

Tours are available for both the mine area and the Quincy smelter along the Portage Canal.

For those who want to see both, they have a special option.

“We are continuing to run the special we had last summer,” said Quincy Mine Manager Tom Wright. “For anybody that does the complete tour here at Quincy, the smelter tours are bundled in as a value-added package. So people can come to Quincy, and then can visit the smelter at any time.”

Wright said he encourages people to come out and discover the history and geology of the location.

“The importance of Quincy Mine and copper mining in the Keweenaw, in general, cannot be overstated,” continued Wright. “It is a pivotal part of our history in supplying what today we might call a strategic metal that was a pivotal part of the nation becoming industrialized. And it is a story that is largely forgotten about or unknown.”

And further north, in Keweenaw County, the Delaware Copper Mine is also open for tours weekly.

It is now in its 46th year of operation.

The tours are self-guided, allowing people to explore the area as they see fit.

“When you come here, we show you a short video to explain it,” said Delaware Mine Owner and Operator Tony Poynter. “Then you get to take your time and walk through the mine on your own, and it takes about 35 minutes to 45 minutes to do that. We also have some nice walking trails.”

Poynter said he also working on adding an addition to what can be viewed at the mine.

“We’re working on a small museum here that will be based on maritime shipwrecks, things like that, and some of my interests in steam engines, old engines, and trains,” added Poynter. “Hopefully, we’ll have some of this open by the end of the summer.”

Additionally, the Delaware Mine has a mascot, a skunk named Snickers, who visitors can interact with as they explore.

Both mines are Keweenaw Heritage Sites, a program that aims to preserve the history of the copper mining industry in the area.

They will be open full-time until mid-October.

To learn more about the Quincy Mine and its tours, click here .

For more about the Delaware Mine, you can check out it’s Facebook page here .

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Quincy Mine

The Quincy Mine is located in Hancock in the Keweenaw Peninsula in Michigan’s Houghton County. It mined copper and was founded in 1846 and operated until 1945. At the time, the Quincy number 2 shaft was the world’s longest shaft at 1.75 miles (2.8 km) long. In the years that it operated this mine produced 424,000 tons of native copper. The Quincy Mining Company was the first to notice the limits of fissure mining and switch to the low mineral content rock, amygdaloid. The mine is now a popular tourist attraction of the Keweenaw National Historical Park . The Quincy Mine Hoist Association now owns and operates this decommissioned mine as a preserved museum where visitors can come and learn about the rich heritage and importance that mining had. They offer guided tours where visitors can visit the Number 2 Shaft House and museum, see the Nordberg Steam Hoist, the world’s largest steam powered hoist and even take a ride on a cog tram car to the mine’s entrance and then ride a wagon seven levels underground into the mine.

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Quincy Mine Tour in Hancock Michigan

by Brenda Sodt Marshall | Mar 26, 2018 | History , Travel

Just north of Hancock, Michigan in the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula is the Quincy Mine . It’s been closed over 70 years, but tours are available. During our 2017 Michigan Tour, Chuck convinced me it was time to slay my fears and journey nearly one mile into the side of a hill and explore a bit of history. This was kind of a big deal for me. 

Quincy Mine Tour

Way back when I was just knee-high to a grasshopper, I toured a copper mine with my parents. The memory is a bit faded and tattered with flashes of bright light, snatches of a scraping sound interspersed with water dripping on my hard hat and finally my parents making me throw a rock into a bottomless pit. I’m sure their intentions were virtuous, but I still have an irrational fear of caves and enclosed spaces. Especially ones that require hard hats. Chuck assured me this was my opportunity to confront my fear. 

The kind ladies in the Quincy Mine Gift Shop, listened to my story and nodded their heads and said “Yes, they’d heard this story before but this is not the mine I toured as a child. If I toured a mine in the late 60’s or early 70’s, it would have been the Arcadian.” Then they sold us two tickets and directed us to the Keweenaw National Historical Park informational desk for information. The Quincy Mine is run by the Quincy Mine Hoist Association , which is a partner with the Keweenaw National Historical Park. There is also a fantastic website called Copper Country Explorer with a whole section called Scrapbook Fridays, which includes a post about the Arcadian Mine . Yep, the Arcadian Mine was definitely the one I toured as a wee lass. The pictures brought that memory into focus!  

The Quincy Mine Tour starts at the Museum, which adjoins the 1894 No. 2 Hoist Building. You watch a movie to get up to speed on the Quincy Legacy and select your gear for the tour. They provide warm, rugged, canvas jackets and hard hats. You should probably wear warm, sturdy shoes. I did not. Chuck questioned my shoe selection at the start of the day. I assured him I’d be fine. I was sick of wearing hiking boots after slogging around in them for 5 days while we hiked on Isle Royale . 

Nordberg Steam Hoist

A few fun facts I learned: 

• It is the world’s largest steam-powered hoist engine.
• The origins of  “balls-out.” Go ahead and Google it or better yet, visit the Quincy Mine. 

Quincy Mine Cog Wheel Tram

The tram ride was the first leg of our journey into the Quincy Mine. After reaching the bottom of the hill overlooking the Lift Bridge between Hancock and Houghton you board a wagon and ride one-half mile into the bowels of the Quincy Mine. 

The Quincy Mine Tour

Our guide was top-notch. He was passionate and knowledgeable about the mine and the social context for the miners. He brought to life the dangerous working conditions and the community where the miners lived. 

If you are in the Keweenaw Peninsula over the summer, stop for a mine tour. The Tour Season is limited, so check their website for details.

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Located in Hancock, Michigan, Quincy Mine is a set of copper mines in operation from 1846 through 1945. The site of the mine today is a significant tourist attraction. It offers a look into the history of copper mining.

About Quincy Mine Tours

If you are looking for a unique place to visit in Michigan during the summer, Quincy Mine is a perfect choice. Here you can go on a guided tour of the historic copper mine.

You will be able to view the Quincy 2 Shafthouse built in 1908, the miner’s memorial house, and take a look at the Nordberg Steam Hoist, which is the largest steam-powered hoist that has ever been built.

The full mine tour includes a personalized walking tour that lasts approximately two-and-a-half hours. Tours are available throughout the day on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during the “off-season” and seven days a week during the summer months.

Guests are encouraged to wear appropriate attire (jacket, long pants, and close-toed shoes with good traction) as the mine can be cold, damp, and muddy.

Two tour options are available – above-ground only and full tour. While children are welcome, the guided tours may not be suitable for young children. Advanced reservations are highly recommended due to the tours’ popularity.

Quincy Smelter House

Another excellent touring option while you are in the area is the Quincy Smelter House . Make sure you go early as the tours only run from 11 am until 2 pm.

The tour takes you through a former industrial site, and you will be asked to wear appropriate shoes as well as a hard hat and safety glasses. This is a great way to learn more about the area.

McLain State Park

After visiting the mine and the smelter house, you are going to want to get outside and enjoy the gorgeous beach found at  McLain State Park to enjoy the rest of your day.

This wonderful state park has several fun activities for you to enjoy. You can simply take in all the sites on the two miles of sandy beaches along Lake Superior or bring your fishing poles and try your luck at catching a big one.

The park also offers a great place to windsurf. Another fun activity offered at McLain State Park is berry picking. You will not be disappointed in the fresh, great-tasting berries you can get here.

Copper Harbor Trails

If you are a biking enthusiast and are ready for an adventure, you will not want to miss biking on the Copper Harbor Trails . These trails provide over 37 miles of single track through the forests overlooking Lake Superior.

These trails are not for the faint of heart, and you should be very comfortable on your bike if you plan on taking a trip through these magnificent forests.

Best Places to Eat

After a long day of tours and outside activities, you are going to want to enjoy a great meal. Some really excellent restaurants are located in Hancock for you to sit back, relax, and enjoy some good food.

Gemingani’s

If you are in the mood for Italian,  Gemignani’s  is a fantastic choice. You cannot go wrong with their fantastic garlic bread alongside a classic Italian dish.

The chicken piccata is a favorite, and for those pasta lovers, you really cannot get anything better than their garlic shrimp rigatoni.

Nutini’s Supper Club

For those who want a casual option, Nutini’s Supper Club is a great choice. Here you can relax with a great drink and enjoy some of the best pizza in the area. Nutini’s Supper club also offers some terrific sandwiches and some great Mexican dinners.

Not only will you get a great dinner, but there is often entertainment at the restaurant as well, including open mic nights and trivia nights.

Kangas Cafe

For a great breakfast or lunch option, try out Kangas Cafe . The cafe is open from 8 am until 2 pm Monday through Friday.

A yummy Denver omelet is a great way to start your day off right, and if you are there for lunch, you cannot go wrong with any of their great sandwiches.

Lodging Near Hancock

With so many great things to do and see in Hancock and the surrounding Houghton County area, you may want to extend your visit. Here are a few options of places to stay near Hancock:

• Ramada by Wyndham Hancock Waterfront
• Loft on Lincoln II
• Hancock 5 Bedroom
• Magnuson Hotel Franklin Square Inn

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I was hankerin for some history,so we headed north over the Portage Lake Lift Bridge … through the historic town of Hancock … and up to the Quincy Mine for a trip down and into this area’s fascinating copper mining past.

Back in the day, this part of the Upper Peninsula was the copper mining capital of the world … It was known as “Copper Country” and we’re gonn find out why …

The Quincy Mine tour is one of the most fascinating things you’ll ever do in this part of Michigan. From the incredible towering shaft house …… built by the same company that made the Mackinac Bridge, to the worlds largest steam hoist still to this day … there’s as much history here above the ground, as there is below it. And to make sure we left no nugget unturned, we hooked up this Tom Wright.

After suiting up for our subterranean tour, we boarded the authentic Cog railway car … and let Tom’s incredible knowledge take us down and into the mine.

At the actual entrance of the mine, we all hopped off the cog railway and onto a steal wagon that transported us deep, deep into the earth. Now, bare with us … it gets pretty dark down here …

Tom painted such an interesting and detailed picture of this mines incredible history, that not once on the tour did you feel anything but fun and fascination. At the Quincy Mine tour they dig deep to make sure you have an absolute blast …

You know … I’m normally a little claustrophobic … but, I’ll be honest … the tour was so fascinating and it’s such a huge realm down there that it never even entered my mind. But I did find this copper nugget … Tommy gets a new pair of shoes.

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