Torch Lake Steam Locomotive Loaded on a Flatcar for Transport from Ahmeek Mine near Calumet, Michigan, November 1969

THF133917 / Torch Lake Steam Locomotive Loaded on a Flatcar for Transport from Ahmeek Mine near Calumet, Michigan, November 1969

Artifact Overview

Built by Mason Machine Works in 1873, the steam locomotive Torch Lake was used in copper mining operations in Michigan's Upper Peninsula until 1933. The Henry Ford acquired the locomotive in 1969. After its arrival here, the engine was returned to operating condition and put into service on the Greenfield Village railroad.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Photographic print

Subject Date

03 November 1969

Creators

Henry Ford (Organization). Photographic Department

Collection Title

Edison Institute Photographs

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

EI.1929.P.B.53761.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 8.125 in
Width: 10 in

Keywords	United States, Michigan, Calumet Photographic prints Photographs Steam locomotives Flatcars Calumet and Hecla Mining Company Hecla & Torch Lake Railroad

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Torch Lake Steam Locomotive, 1873
Torch Lake, built by Mason Machine Works in 1873, hauled ore for the Calumet and Hecla Mining Company on Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula. The engine is an articulated design. The driving wheels pivot under the boiler, allowing the locomotive to handle sharp curves. Torch Lake joined The Henry Ford's collection in 1969.