North Eastern Minnesota's 2008 Iron Range Getaway Guide - (Page 15) Chisholm Mining History’s Legacy Chisholm, a mining community on the shores of Longyear Lake since the late 1800s, commemorates its mining legacy in novel ways. Entering the city from the west, visitors are greeted by the “Iron Man” statue, an 85-foot iron ore miner memorial. At the east edge of the city lies the “Bridge of Peace”, proudly flying the flags of countries world-round, representing the ethnic and cultural diversity of the area’s residents. Hotels, campgrounds, resorts, and fine restaurants are all found in the Chisholm area. Chisholm is also the home of Ironworld, which brings history alive with hands-on exhibits, music, dance, ethnic foods and craft demonstrations. View the Veteran’s Memorial, saluting & honoring those who have served our great nation. The Minnesota Museum of Mining (located in Chisholm’s Memorial Park), exhibits mining equipment used during the early days of the Mesabi Range, along with a replica of an early mining town. Chisholm Events Fire Days September 218.254.7930 chisholmchamber.com Polkafest Ironworld in Chisholm hosts polka, polka and more polka every summer in June. ironworld.com 800.372.6437 Trolley at Ironworld – ®IRTB, Miner Statue – ©EMT, Family at Minnesota Museum of Mining Display – ©IRTB Chisholm Recreation McCarthy Beach State Park North of Chisholm 218.254.7979 Mesabi Trail Central Ironworld 877.637.2241 mesabitrail.com Must-see Chisholm Attractions Ironworld US Hwy 169 800.372.6437 ironworld.com MN Museum of Mining 218.254.5543 Ironman Statue US Hwy 169 218.254.7930 15
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