The Cook County History Museum is now open
Fridays from 1 – 4 pm
Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm.

*Please note:
Visitors are required to wear a mask,
use the provided hand sanitizer upon entry, and
practice social distancing while in the Museum.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

The Cook County History Museum is now open Fridays from 1 – 4 pm & Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm.

*Please note:
Visitors are required to wear a mask,
use the provided hand sanitizer upon entry, and
practice social distancing while in the Gallery.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

Join the JHP Art Gallery for an exhibition of works by artists George Morrison & Marcia Cushmore. All of the gorgeous framed archival and poster prints are available for purchase.

The Gallery is open
Fridays from 1 – 4 pm
Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm.

*Please note:
Visitors are required to wear a mask,
use the provided hand sanitizer upon entry, and

practice social distancing while in the Gallery.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

Blueberry bushes flower in early June during black fly season, which is perfect because the flies pollinate the blooms. Given adequate regular rain, berries ripen and you may be treated to one as early as the 4th of July right through Labor Day, but the bulk of the season is mid-July to mid-August.

Not sure where to look? Stop by the Tofte [7355 Hwy 61, Tofte, MN 55615] or Gunflint Ranger [ 2020 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604] Stations and ask for suggestions, but don’t expect anyone to give away their secret spot!

In order to protect the health and safety of our community, we have cancelled summer programming through August 31, 2020, including all on-site classes and activities, and our annual Arts Festival.

We are exploring ways to pivot our programming to an online platform. Look for GMAC on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to find information and ways to engage.

Check our site for additional information

In mid-August surface water temps hit the annual high of about 63° F / 17° C. This is as good as it is going to get, so if you want to swim in the world’s largest freshwater lake, I suggest now. Bring a thick towel, though. And maybe a fleece jacket. Shore temps average 71-76°.

Here’s a list of beaches and public access spots to Lake Superior

The Perseids is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak. It is produced by comet Swift-Tuttle, which was discovered in 1862. The Perseids are famous for producing a large number of bright meteors. The shower runs annually from July 17 to August 24. It peaks this year on the night of August 12 and the morning of August 13. The second quarter moon will block out some of the fainter meteors this year, but the Perseids are so bright and numerous that it should still be a good show.

Meteors will radiate from the constellation Perseus, but can appear anywhere in the sky.

Upcoming events and courses at North House Folk School

August
1-2 :: Bird Carving
3-5 :: Blacksmithing: Crafting The Tools of the Trade
3-7 :: Young Makers Camp-in-a-Box
5-11 :: Cruck Framing
6-9 :: Blacksmith’s Friction Folding Knife
8-9 :: All Ground Up: Sausage Making
12-16 :: Basic Timber Framing
13-16 :: Weave a Scottish Tartan Scarf
14-16 :: Boro Exploration: Dye, Patch, and Stitch
15 :: Cooking with the Seasons: Dinner on the Harbor
15-16 :: Handsewn Leather Shoulder Bag
15-16 :: Natural Botanicals: Wild Medicine Workshop
24-Sep 2 :: Sail Training Trip: Isle Royale Circumnavigation
25-Sep 3 :: Timber Fram: Build Your Own, Smaller Frames
27-29 :: Wooden Spoon Carving Traditions
27-30 :: Rag Rug Weaving for Beginners
27-30 :: Fundamentals of North Shore Pebble Jewelry
29-30 :: Untamed Mushrooms: From Field to Table

For more events check the North House website.

Upcoming events and courses at North House Folk School

August
1-2 :: Bird Carving
3-5 :: Blacksmithing: Crafting The Tools of the Trade
3-7 :: Young Makers Camp-in-a-Box
5-11 :: Cruck Framing
6-9 :: Blacksmith’s Friction Folding Knife
8-9 :: All Ground Up: Sausage Making
12-16 :: Basic Timber Framing
13-16 :: Weave a Scottish Tartan Scarf
14-16 :: Boro Exploration: Dye, Patch, and Stitch
15 :: Cooking with the Seasons: Dinner on the Harbor
15-16 :: Handsewn Leather Shoulder Bag
15-16 :: Natural Botanicals: Wild Medicine Workshop
24-Sep 2 :: Sail Training Trip: Isle Royale Circumnavigation
25-Sep 3 :: Timber Fram: Build Your Own, Smaller Frames
27-29 :: Wooden Spoon Carving Traditions
27-30 :: Rag Rug Weaving for Beginners
27-30 :: Fundamentals of North Shore Pebble Jewelry
29-30 :: Untamed Mushrooms: From Field to Table

For more events check the North House website.

Upcoming events and courses at North House Folk School

August
1-2 :: Bird Carving
3-5 :: Blacksmithing: Crafting The Tools of the Trade
3-7 :: Young Makers Camp-in-a-Box
5-11 :: Cruck Framing
6-9 :: Blacksmith’s Friction Folding Knife
8-9 :: All Ground Up: Sausage Making
12-16 :: Basic Timber Framing
13-16 :: Weave a Scottish Tartan Scarf
14-16 :: Boro Exploration: Dye, Patch, and Stitch
15 :: Cooking with the Seasons: Dinner on the Harbor
15-16 :: Handsewn Leather Shoulder Bag
15-16 :: Natural Botanicals: Wild Medicine Workshop
24-Sep 2 :: Sail Training Trip: Isle Royale Circumnavigation
25-Sep 3 :: Timber Fram: Build Your Own, Smaller Frames
27-29 :: Wooden Spoon Carving Traditions
27-30 :: Rag Rug Weaving for Beginners
27-30 :: Fundamentals of North Shore Pebble Jewelry
29-30 :: Untamed Mushrooms: From Field to Table

For more events check the North House website.

Properly worn face masks required

All of our vendors are local and offer ::

POSTPONED until August 2021

Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast at Schroeder Town Hall

Live music from 1-4pm featuring singer/songwriter Colleen Myhre.
Hawaiian-style shave ice all day and the food truck Na-cho Bizness at North 61.

Walking Tour of Schroeder, meet outside the Heritage Center

All proceeds go to Schroeder Area Historical Society

Area farmers and craftspeople offer their wares for sale every Saturday. Fresh vegetables, flowers, handmade soaps, baked goods, and crafts are just some of the items for sale. Visit with the vendors for a relaxing summer Saturday morning.