ISHPEMING — From noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept.14, Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum will be holding an Iron Ore Heritage Celebration.

This will be a one-day event to celebrate the people and the rich history of the Marquette Iron Range, according to a news release, and to commemorate:

≤ The 175th anniversary of the discovery of iron ore in Negaunee, Michigan on Sept. 19, 1844

≤ The 100th anniversary of the concrete construction of the iconic A & B obelisk shaft houses at the Cliffs Shaft Mine in December 1919

≤ The 40-year anniversary of the closing of the Mather B Mine in Negaunee

Joining Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum’s own blacksmith, David Arbelius, will be George Potvin of Ten Mile Creek Forge and Gordon Gearhart.

There will also be various local crafters, artisans, jewelry-makers and others displaying their works.

Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum is partnering with and featuring local favorites such as Cognition Brewery for craft beer, Lawry’s Pasties, Yooper Goddess, Venice Pub & Pizzeria, Smokehouse Glenn’s, and more. Musical entertainment will be provided by Toni Saari and a bounce house will be available for the kids to enjoy.

There are still a few openings available for vendors. Anyone interested in a vendor opportunity, should call Mike Ilmonen at 906-360-0825 (leave a message if the call is not answered). Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum is located at 501 W. Euclid St. in Ishpeming.

The community has been a big part of Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum’s fabric over the years. The museum is a non-profit operated primarily by committed volunteers, and they would like to thank the community and volunteers for their support, the release states.