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Fun Stuff - Museums
Bad Axe Museums
Bad Axe Museum of Local History
110 S. Hanselman St.
989.269.7674 or 989.269.8325
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Area artifacts dating from the mid-to-late 19th century are housed in this museum. Located in the old city hall building at 110 S. Hanselman St., Bad Axe. Open Sundays 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., winter months or by appointment. Free admission. |
Pioneer Log Village
210 S. Hanselman St.
989.269.7674
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Hosting a festival the last Sunday in June, this village includes a blacksmith shop, general store, country school, chapel, family home and a barn. All are restored pioneer log buildings with period furnishings from the late 1800's. The log chapel features an 1882 pump organ and is available for weddings. A wood carving of the 1875 Huron County courthouse is displayed on the side of the barn. Located in Bad Axe City Park along E. South St. Open Sundays 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Memorial day through Labor Day. Free Admission. |
The Allen House Museum
303 N. Port Crescent St.
989.269.7674 |
This 1902 Dutch colonial home was built by Wallace E. Allen, the longest serving mayor of Bad Axe, and opened to the public for the first time in 2004. Many of the home's features are original and it is furnished with antiques throughout. The museum also has a 1950's exhibit room and a gift shop featuring hand-made items. Located at 303 N. Port Crescent St., Bad Axe. Open Sundays 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. during June and July or by appointment. Free admission. |
Bay Port Museums
Bay Port Fish Company
1008 First St.
989.656.2121
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In the early 1900's commercial fishermen shipped tons of perch, walleye, herring, whitefish and carp to New York and Chicago in refrigerated boxcars. Most of the work done there today is done in similar fashion. The company is located on 1st Street in Bay Port. Free guided tours are available on the shores of Lake Huron. |
Caseville Museums
Civil War Monument
Downtown Caseville
989.856.3818
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This monument is a tribute to all of the men and women who have served for the United States in times of war. Located in downtown Caseville. |
Elkton Museums
Log Cabin Museum
989.375.4387 |
Located in Elkton, this museum is open the last Sunday in June from 1:00-5:00 p.m. for the annual log cabin day in Michigan. Also open during the Elkton Autumn Fest. No admission fee. For an appointment contact Leonard Bumhoffer at 989.375.4387. |
Harbor Beach Museums
Grice House Museum
989.479.6093 or
989.479.3689 |
The old prism light from the Harbor Beach lighthouse and machinery showing antique appliances and tools are highlights in this museum. Open to the public Tuesday through Friday Noon to 4:00 p.m.; Saturday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Grice house is located North of Harbor Beach along M-25. Admission is $1.00 and children under
12 are free.
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Frank Murphy Museum
142 South Huron Avenue
989.479.3363 |
Tours include the Victorian Home Law Offices and early living quarters of Michigan's most famous statesman, and Michigan governor from 1937 to 1938. Open Thursday - Monday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. summer only. There is no admission fee but donations are welcomed. Pre arranged tours are available. |
Parisville Museums
St. Mary's Historical Museum
Parisville Rd.
989.864.3523 |
This museum is an authentic Polish settler log cabin and is noted as the oldest in the United States. The museum is owned by St. Mary's Catholic Church in Parisville, and is located on Parisville Rd. There is no admission charge, but an appointment is needed for viewing. |
Pigeon Museums
Pigeon Historical Museum
Downtown Pigeon
989.453.3864 |
The old Grand Trunk-Chesapeake and Ohio train depot in the middle of downtown Pigeon has been named a historical site. The museum contains local memorabilia and artifacts. Open June 1 - August 31, Monday thru Friday Noon - 4:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. - Noon, Sunday Closed. Additional times available by appointment. |
Port Austin Museums
Garfield Inn
8544 Lake Street
989.738.5254 or 800-373-5254 |
This landmark building on M-53 just past M-25, in Port Austin, celebrated the dedication of a historic marker designating it as a National Historic Site in 1984. Its history includes a link with President Garfield for whom it was renamed. Now a Bed & Breakfast and fine dining restaurant, call for reservations.
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Years ago grindstones weighing 3 lbs. To 6 tons were exported from here and shipped to Egypt, Russia, and other countries worldwide. Some streets in Detroit such as Jefferson and Woodward, were made from the first stones produced in Grindstone City. The city is located on M-25 about 5 miles East of Port Austin. Many grindstones can still be seen throughout the area.
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Huron City Museum
7995 Pioneer Drive
Port Austin, MI 48467
989.428.4123
866.284.2843
www.huroncitymuseums.org
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A restored 1880's lumbering town. The museum tour takes visitors through the church, log cabin, general store, village inn and the Pointe Aux Barques Lifesaving Station. A special tour of the House of Seven Gables, summer home of William Lyon Phelps, is also available. The museums are open Memorial Day weekend through June 30th on Saturday & Sunday or by appointment. July 1 thru Labor Day they are open Thursday thru Monday and in September on weekends or by appointment. Hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Huron City is located about 8 miles East of Port Austin on M-25. Admission for each tour is $6 for adults or $10 for a tour of both the town and the House of Seven Gables; $5 for Senior Citizens (55 & up) for one tour and $8 for both tours; youths ages 10-15 $3 for single and $5 for both tours. Children under 10 are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Special group tours are available end of May - Sept. 30th.
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The Bank 1884
8646 Lake St.
989.738.5353 |
The original design of this bank was determined by the Great Fire of 1881 that swept through the Thumb, burning everything in its path. For this reason the Bank was built of bricks and was considered the strongest and safest building in the County. Today the bank is an award winning restaurant. |
Port Hope Museums
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Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse Museum
7320 Lighthouse Rd.
989.428.4749
www.pointeauxbarqueslighthouse.org |
Tourists can examine antique items and photographs of old shipwrecks. A gift store is located in the museum. The museum is open Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. plus holidays, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Donations are accepted. The museum is located 6 miles North of Port Hope off M-25.
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Stafford Park Historical Chimney
4451 W. Huron St.
989.428.4882 |
The saw mill chimney was constructed in 1858 by John Geltz, a stone brick mason. It is all that remains of the lumber mill established that year by William R. Stafford. The chimney is 80 feet tall and still stands in perfect condition today. It is noted as one of Port Hope's historical landmarks. |
Sebewaing Museums
Luckhard Museum
590 E. Bay Rd.
989.883.2539 |
The Luckhard Museum is a mission that was built for teaching the gospel to the American Indians in 1845. It houses pioneer & Indian relics. Open Sunday 2:00-4:00 p.m. June through September. It is also open at various times during the Sugar Festival. Group tours can be arranged. |
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