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May
09
2018

Hear about the events leading up to the explosion of a boxcar loaded with nitro-glycerin on a railroad siding west of Negaunee in 1878 and the tragic aftermath.
The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Explosion!!
May 9, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Hear about the events leading up to the explosion of a boxcar loaded with nitro-glycerin on a railroad siding west of Negaunee in 1878 and the tragic aftermath. Presented by historian, Bill Van Kosky. $5 suggested donation. For more info call 906.226.3571 or visit marquettehistory.org.
ADMISSION INFO
$5.00 suggested donation
LOCATION
The Marquette Regional History Center
145 W. Spring St., Marquette, MI 49855
PARKING INFO
Ample parking around building and public parking, within walking distance of facility.