Ribbon cutting at Ford Alberta Sawmill
The Baraga County Historical Society, Inc. and Michigan Technological University are delighted to announce the ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the preservation of the historic Ford Alberta sawmill. The event will take place at the sawmill on September 12, 2025 at 3:00 p.m., marking a significant achievement in our efforts to preserve and honor the rich Ford history of our community.
The Ford sawmill, located 10 miles south of L’Anse, Michigan on US Highway 41, has been an icon of Upper Peninsula Ford history since its establishment ninety years ago. This preservation project ensures that future generations can appreciate and learn from this important piece of our history.“We are proud to celebrate the preservation of the Ford Alberta sawmill,” said Paula McElroy, president of the Baraga County Historical Society. “This project, spearheaded by chairperson Mike DesRochers and his Historical Society committee, reflects our commitment to preserving our local history and contributing to the cultural enrichment of our community.”
The ceremony will feature remarks from Michigan Tech and Baraga County Historical Society leaders and special guest Todd Bryan, president of the Henry Ford Heritage Association. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the former pumphouse and welcome center, now a satellite of the Baraga County Historical Museum, and meet with preservation committee members to learn more about the history and significance of the site.
We invite members of the media and the public to join us in celebrating this momentous occasion and look forward to a ground breaking event to celebrate the renovations and addition to the Baraga County Museum on October 8th at 3pm.