What Happened?
On the evening of May 21, 2021, a disastrous fire destroyed three historic structures that once stood behind this wall. A fourth historic building sustained extensive damage.
The buildings that burned contributed to the historic atmosphere of Calumet’s downtown, as well as to the Calumet National Historic Landmark District and the Keweenaw National Historical Park. The buildings were also home to 43 downtown residents, four businesses,
and represented over 100 years of treasured memories.
Heroic efforts by community members insured that residents made it safely out of the buildings, and Calumet’s own volunteer firefighters led twelve regional volunteer fire companies who ensured the fire
spread no further.
The buildings that burned contributed to the historic atmosphere of Calumet’s downtown, as well as to the Calumet National Historic Landmark District and the Keweenaw National Historical Park. The buildings were also home to 43 downtown residents, four businesses,
and represented over 100 years of treasured memories.
Heroic efforts by community members insured that residents made it safely out of the buildings, and Calumet’s own volunteer firefighters led twelve regional volunteer fire companies who ensured the fire
spread no further.
What's Next?
The Village of Calumet and the property owners are continuing
to work with regional, state, and federal organizations to ensure
the necessary steps are taken for the safe and comprehensive
remediation and redevelopment of the site.
Various community groups and non-profits continue to support the
victims of the fire through housing initiatives, financial support,
clothing drives, and the contribution of household goods.
Federal and state agencies were instrumental in the clean-up of the
site. Economic development organizations are active in securing
development opportunities to help restore the historic character of
this section of the 100 block of the Village of Calumet.
to work with regional, state, and federal organizations to ensure
the necessary steps are taken for the safe and comprehensive
remediation and redevelopment of the site.
Various community groups and non-profits continue to support the
victims of the fire through housing initiatives, financial support,
clothing drives, and the contribution of household goods.
Federal and state agencies were instrumental in the clean-up of the
site. Economic development organizations are active in securing
development opportunities to help restore the historic character of
this section of the 100 block of the Village of Calumet.
Get Involved.
Members of the Calumet community extend much further than the
borders of the Village. Whether you are a resident, a regular visitor,
or if this is your first visit, your participation is key in helping tell the
story that honors the living history of the Village of Calumet.
There are many ways to get involved in the community, and to
specifically support the redevelopment of this site. Please visit the
link below to find out how you can help.
borders of the Village. Whether you are a resident, a regular visitor,
or if this is your first visit, your participation is key in helping tell the
story that honors the living history of the Village of Calumet.
There are many ways to get involved in the community, and to
specifically support the redevelopment of this site. Please visit the
link below to find out how you can help.
Partners
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