The Cook County Historical Society is pleased to announce an upcoming exhibit at the Johnson Heritage Post on the life and artwork of John A. Spelman III. The exhibit will run from July 2 to September 5, with an opening-night reception on July 2, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. One of Minnesota’s most notable artists, Spelman was an accomplished printmaker who spent […]
Coast Guard station in Grand Marais to close
Following years of fewer and fewer calls for assistance, the U.S. Coast Guard has elected to close the Coast Guard station in Grand Marais. This closure follows the Coast Guards’ consolidation of what they term “redundant” Coast Guard stations. The facility is currently staffed from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Called the North Superior Station, the area covered stretches from […]
Cook County Pride Rally and March will be held June 26
The Cook County Pride Committee has announced that the Pride celebration is making a return after a year off. This year’s theme “Celebrate in Solidarity,” highlights the joy of embracing and affirming those we love after the long darkness of the pandemic. Please join Cook County citizens, business owners, families, clergy members, public servants, artists, and elected officials on Saturday, […]
Wooden Boat Show Returns to the North Shore
In 2020, North House hosted WBS as a virtual only event that engaged tens-of-thousands of participants from around the world. This year’s hybrid schedule welcomed hundreds of people to campus and thousands more taking part in online offerings ranging from online speakers to digital tours of boats from around the world to a first-ever web-based Boats to Tools Auction. “Our […]