Stores

Copper Country Heritage Guide - Types

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Eagle Harbor Store

Eagle Harbor – This simple wood framed building is the oldest store still standing in the Copper Country, built in the 1850′s to house the Foley and Smith General Store.

Lieblein’s Wholesale Grocer

Hancock – Serving as the headquarters for the Lieblein’s Grocery business, this impressive sandstone complex features the store’s main warehouse along with a complimenting storefront.

Ruppe & Son Department Store

Calumet – Housing the Ruppe & Son General Merchandise Store, this incredibly ornate terra cotta embellished brick facade was added to the store’s original building in 1899 to keep pace with its competitors.

Vertin Brothers Department Store

Calumet – While originally only a modest two stories in height, the region’s economic prowess prompted the Vertin Brothers to add an additional two stories and create this impressive commercial block.

Vivian’s Department Store

Laurium – Built in 1894 this three story Italian Renaissance styled building wasy home to the region’s largest department store.

Wright Block

Hancock – Originally built in 1900, this Classically inspired brick and sandstone beauty was home to Superior National Bank and Gartner’s Department Store.