Ahmeek, Michigan facts for kids
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Ahmeek, Michigan
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Village of Ahmeek along U.S. Route 41
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Location within Keweenaw County
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 Ahmeek, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Ahmeek, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Keweenaw |
| Township | Allouez |
| Incorporated | 1904 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| • Land | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
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| • Total | 127 |
| • Density | 1,867.65/sq mi (719.36/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
49901
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| Area code(s) | 906 |
| FIPS code | 26-00620 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397918 |
Ahmeek is a small village in Keweenaw County, Michigan. It is located within Allouez Township. In 2020, 127 people lived there.
Ahmeek is very small. It covers only about 0.07 square miles (0.18 square kilometers). This makes it the smallest village in Michigan by land area. It is also the only village in Keweenaw County.
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Discovering Ahmeek's Past
Ahmeek has a rich history, especially linked to copper mining.
How Ahmeek Got Its Name
The name Ahmeek comes from the Ojibwe language. The Ojibwe word amik means "Beaver". The village was named this because many beavers lived in the area.
Early Mining Days
Mining started in Ahmeek around 1880. The Ahmeek Mining Company began exploring for copper. This company later became separate from the Seneca Mining Company in 1903. The Ahmeek Mine was very successful. It was the biggest copper producer in its area.
The village grew because of the mine. It was also located on the Mineral Range Railroad. In 1904, Joseph Bosch founded the Village of Ahmeek. He was known for creating the Bosch Brewing Company. Ahmeek officially became a village in 1909.
Transportation and Growth
In the early 1900s, Ahmeek was an important stop for transportation. It had depots for the Mineral Range Railroad and the Copper Range Railroad. There was also a streetcar station. The Houghton County Traction Company ran streetcars from Houghton to Ahmeek and then north to Mohawk. This streetcar service ran until 1932.
The Copper Country Strike
From 1913 to 1914, the Copper Country Strike happened. This was a difficult time for the area. Workers and mining companies had many disagreements. This led to tension and problems in the community. Ahmeek saw some of these difficult events. The strike caused a lot of trouble for the Copper Country.
Later Years of the Mine
The Ahmeek Mining Company continued mining until 1923. Then, it joined the Calumet and Hecla Mining Company. Mining stopped in 1931 because of the Great Depression. The mine reopened in 1936. It finally closed for good around 1966.
Ahmeek's Location and Fun Spots
Ahmeek is a small village. It is made up entirely of land.
Places to Visit
- The Gabriel J. Chopp Park is a nice spot in the village.
- You can visit the historic Ahmeek Streetcar Station. It is a recognized historic site. You can even spend the night there!
- The Ahmeek Ice Rink and its playground are on School Street.
- The Keweenaw Handicraft Shop sells local home goods.
- You can explore the old buildings of the Ahmeek Mine. These include the Mine Office and other structures.
- The Lower Falls of the Gratiot River is a pretty waterfall. It is about 3.5 miles southwest of Ahmeek.
- The Sand Hills Light is a lighthouse nearby. It was the last lighthouse on the Great Lakes to have a keeper.
People of Ahmeek
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 766 | — | |
| 1920 | 892 | 16.4% | |
| 1930 | 624 | −30.0% | |
| 1940 | 475 | −23.9% | |
| 1950 | 360 | −24.2% | |
| 1960 | 265 | −26.4% | |
| 1970 | 238 | −10.2% | |
| 1980 | 210 | −11.8% | |
| 1990 | 148 | −29.5% | |
| 2000 | 157 | 6.1% | |
| 2010 | 146 | −7.0% | |
| 2020 | 127 | −13.0% | |
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Ahmeek is a small community. In 2020, its population was 127 people. Over the years, the population has changed. It was much larger when the mines were active.
In 2010, there were 73 households in the village. About 21.9% of these homes had children under 18. The average household had 2 people. Most residents were White. A small number were Native American.
The median age in Ahmeek in 2010 was 45.7 years old. About 18.5% of the people were under 18. And 18.5% were 65 or older.
Gallery
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Hilltop view of Ahmeek
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Hubbell Street in Ahmeek
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A parade during the Copper Country strike of 1913–1914
See also
In Spanish: Ahmeek (Míchigan) para niños
