(Apologies, I am better with photos when food is involved. I know I'll visit again, so I will make…read moreevery endeavor to do better!) What a community gem! The Negaunee Public Library is centrally located, has a lot of parking available and offers as many services as the big city library I've utilized for decades. I walked in and received my library card right away, no driver's license required (whew, because the SOS effort has been laborious!). I received so much helpful information, had all of my questions answered and just could not contain my excitement at the new world that opened to me in that moment. Librarians are rock stars like that and Negaunee Public Library has an all-star lineup. What a terrific staff! The Negaunee Public Library is affiliated with Overdrive (get the Libby app!) and eight? nine? other libraries. You WILL find the materials you seek, I assure you. They also have the Kanopy service for streaming media, which I look forward to trying. People, this is all available to you out of tax dollars you have already paid. Get in here, reacquaint yourself with your favorite authors and beat dementia by keeping your brain in the game!

From the owner: The Negaunee Public Library provides informational, educational, and recreational services for the…read morecommunity in a pleasant atmosphere.

This is by far the best small town library you could ever look to visit. The staff are warm, kind,…read moreand ever so patient. They have by far the best childrens programs available, from infants to teens they always have SOMETHING going on. Whether you're a resident using the local library and a daily resource or a tourist looking to get out of the weather for a spell. It's a great place.

While on vacation in the UP for a week, we took the kids to this library on 4 separate occasions…read morewhile we were in Iron River for shopping or lunch/ice cream. It's a pretty cozy library that reminds me of the old Chicago branch libraries. Right as you come in, there's the kids section with an abundant selection of books. There's also a well-worn truck/train table and a separate, carpeted story room and play area with some plush animals and dollhouses. The kids also have a decent selection of jigsaw puzzles and games to choose from. They too are well-worn in many cases. I also saw some nice books for older kids, written by local authors, featuring history of the copper mining in the 1800s and living in the frontier days on the Upper Peninsula. We enjoyed going there, even though we're not locals or members. It could use a bit of a refreshing look, but the library does have plenty of computers and audio books in adjoining rooms. One comment I have to make: where are all the kids from Iron River? In our 4 visits, seemed there was only one time where my kids got to meet someone from town. I can tell you in Park Ridge or around Chicago, the library would've been packed on a weekday afternoon. Makes me wonder about whether parents take their kids to the library often out here in the UP, or do they prefer ORV riding on dirt roads and fishing all summer long...

Long-term relationship with an outstanding bookstore I first…read morevisited Snowbound Books in 2024 when a local, with whom I went to law school, recommended the shop. I'm in D.C., my colleague is in Grand Rapids, and mutual friends have a lovely place in the U.P. We stopped and shopped, then I went back to D.C. with a suitcase full of books. I was hooked . . . from this point forward this was my go-to bookstore. I ordered a Christmas-list full of books, and the crew at Snowbound responded with class. Since that visit, I've made a point to support this, my new local bookstore, throughout the year, both with hardcovers and audiobooks. Snowbound linked up its business venture with the audiobook marketer Libro.fm, which collaborates with local bookstores to offer a seamless alternatives for audiobooks, doing an end-run around platforms that historically have minimized or shut out local bookstores. Libro.fm shares its profits with these local bookstores, and offers great deals with titles in their massive library. Recently, I researched the Snowbound catalog and received 14 books (see the photo). During the same period I purchased, at retail in some cases and with a deep discount in other cases, about 15 audiobooks, which I devoured upon arrival. This may reflect idealistic tendencies, but I would much rather support local booksellers, and audiobook platforms that share their profits with booksellers. Libro.fm meets this requirement for the audiobooks, and Snowbound meets it for new hardcovers. We're lucky to have both, as alternative to platforms that lack any connection with the local markets being served.

Excellent customer service, selection of books, cards, etc. Street parking mostly so start looking…read moreas you approach.

I purchased their internet service. It was beyond terrible. Slower than 56k. I cancelled it…read more Informed them I wanted a refund within 30 days. No responses. Emailed. Called. Contacted them through zendesk. THEN! They send me a bill for $111 and STILL will not acknowledge that I cancelled. I asked for a refund and to send back their useless equipment. Thieves!

The University was a great experience. I graduated with a Bachelors in Science after attending for…read morefour years. The Education program is like no other in this country. I now work in las vegas and have realized how well I was prepared for being a teacher. The campus it self is beautiful. When I moved there I had never seen anything like it before. Lake superior is amazing. The campus is right on the water with several things to do related to water. DO NOT LET THE WINTER STOP YOU FROM GOING THERE. During the winter is when the real fun happens. People are extremely nice in this city and the real activites happen when there is snow on the ground.

We arrived near sunset, after close. No Tour completed, as such. We did, however, experience a…read morefantastic sunset & walkabout. There is a large viewing deck that can be accessed with a short walk & a some stairs. If you're there when the sun sets, stick around for another half hour to see the REAL show. (We moved on right at sunset, to catch it from a different spot we'd planned.) Expect to encounter friendly locals who happily share info on the area & tips for best views. This stop is one you could spend a bit of time at & definitely charge the phone or bring a camera. You will have, in addition to the light house, great lake views with sandy shores & beach grass, plus amazing rock beach on the other side of the lighthouse. The trail isn't too difficult, tho stairs aren't the best. Be sure to check out the displays & signage swallowed by the trees. It's absolutely lovely.

Our tourguide Susan was amazing! She knew so much history about the lighthouse and the surrounding…read morearea. It's fun to learn and to hear the stories. They do an evening paranormal tour as well as daytime tours. The views of Lake Superior are amazing. Great time for history nerds and ghost hunters!

There's a lot to see and do at the library! Super friendly librarians can help you find anything…read moreyou need, great old building to explore and its strong relationships with local organizations - I could easily spend the day here every day! From Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ishpeming_Carnegie_Public_Library): The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, located at 317 Main Street in Ishpeming, Michigan, is the second oldest Carnegie Library in the Upper Peninsula. It was authorized in 1901 and opened in 1904. It was listed as a Michigan State Historic Site on January 18, 1980.