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Silver Light Paintings: The Photographic Image & the Upper Peninsula

Read 'Silver Light Paintings: The Photographic Image & the Upper Peninsula' written by Will Sharp, Graduate Assistant of the Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center to learn stories of black and white photographers and the ways they came into relationship with the region. This article is dedicated to Christine Saari, a beloved community member, artist, and mentor. 

Light Paintings
A black and sepia photo of the Lake Superior shore that reads "Help Save Little Presque Isle"

NEW! This Land is Our Land: Yooper Relationships to the Environment and NMU

Our newest article on environmental advocacy work at Northern and in the Upper Peninsula is now available! Written and researched by Graduate Administrative Assistant Abby LaForest

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Out on the Peninsula

U.P. Food Blog

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A photo of homemade pasties and ceramic bowls covered with doilies and covers to keep food warm

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U.P. Food Blog

Black and white photo of a coach talking to his men's basketball team

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Hearts of Champions: Alumni Athletic Coaches and Their U.P. Legacies

A black and sepia photo of the Lake Superior shoreline that reads "Help Save Little Presque Isle"

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This Land is Our Land: Yooper Relationships to the Environment and NMU