The historic Alberta Sawmill in Baraga County is receiving preservation work this summer, including new siding donated by Louisiana Pacific. Michigan Tech has owned the mill since 1954. The photo is dated October 2009. (Photo courtesy of MTU Archives)

ALBERTA — The Baraga County Historical Society and Michigan Technological University will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. Eastern time Sept. 12 at the historic Henry Ford Alberta Sawmill pump house.

The sawmill, on U.S. 41 10 miles south of L’Anse, has been an icon of Upper Peninsula Ford history since its establishment 90 years ago, according to the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce. The preservation project ensures that future generations can appreciate and learn from this important piece of history.

“We are proud to celebrate t

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