Activity #3 Picture Exploration!

Houghton National Bank

Learn about the history of some of the Keweenaw's iconic buildings!

1. Use the sliders to view the historic and modern photos of the building.
2. In small groups or individually, compare and contrast the pictures and discuss how the building has changed over time.
3. Use context clues to guess what function this building had back then.

• Do you know what the building is used for today?
• Expand the text box below the photos to learn more!

 

 

Houghton National Bank - 600 Shelden Avenue, Houghton, MI

Originally the National Bank of Houghton, this building was constructed in 1889 and is now the Vault Hotel.

 

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