Museums

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Erickson Center for the Arts

In Curtis, MI – 906-586-9974 – e-mail – The Erickson Center hosts a variety of music and arts events throughout the year.

Gitchee Gumee Agate and History Museum

A wonderful geological and historical museum. On Brazel Street across from the Community Center. Owner: Karen Brzys – 906.494.2590 or e-mail

Lightkeeper’s House Museum

Step back in time to the early 1900s and discover the life of the early lightkeepers. On Coast Guard Point next to the inner range light. Owner: Grand Marais Historical Society – Open 1:00 to 4:00 daily, July – August, and 1-4pm weekends in June and September. Also open by Appt. e-mail

Old Post Office Museum

The fascinating history of Grand Marais is on display, from the earliest peoples to the present day. A beautiful memorial rose garden is at the rear of the museum overlooking the water. On Lake Avenue. Owner: Grand Marais Historical Society – Open 1:00 to 4:00 daily, July – August, and 1-4pm weekends in June and September. Also open by Appt.. e-mail

Pickle Barrel House Museum

Possibly Michigan’s most unique house! This 16-foot high barrel has been restored to its condition as a cottage, built for author/illustrator William Donahey who created the famout Teenie Weenie characters. A display garden of historic irises is located on the grounds. Owner: Grand Marais Historical Society -Open 1:00 to 4:00 daily, July – August, and 1-4pm weekends in June and September. Also open by Appt. e-mail

Postmarks from the Past 

This is an online museum dedicated to the postal history of Michigan, with many interesting links and photos.

AuSable Light Station

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore – open in the summer; guided tours.