Museum
Step back in time at the Michigamme Museum and discover the rich history of Michigamme Township and the surrounding Upper Peninsula. Featuring exhibits on logging, mining, the famous “Anatomy of a Murder” case, the historic Moose Lift, and a beautifully preserved 1900 American LaFrance steam fire engine, the museum offers visitors a unique look into more than 125 years of local history, culture, and community heritage.
Hours
Memorial Day through September 30th
12:00 Noon-5:00 PM
Location
110 W Main St
Michigamme, MI 49861
The Michigamme Historical Museum has exhibits that tell the story of the community. The museum has a collection of over 125 years of history through artifacts, antiques, and memorabilia.
Guided Tours
Guided tours or special showings by appointment. Call 906-323-9016 or 906-323-6608.
Price
There is no admission fee to visit. However, if you wish to support the museum, donations are accepted, and memorials are available
Museum Merchandise
The Museum has the following items for sale
- T-Shirts for $18
- Sweatshirts S, M, L, XL for $20; 2XL, 3XL for $22
- Hats for $15
- History Books for $12
- Calendars for $10 plus $3 shipping and handling for mailing
- Bricks - $25 for 2 lines, $30 for 3 lines
- Mail Box for $5.00 per year
- Michi-gummies candy - $6 for regular, $7 for chocolate-covered
Donations and Fundraising
Michigamme Museum: The museum accepts deposit bottles and cans, which can be placed in the bins under the awning near the north door of the Township Hall.
In 2023, the Museum Board created a non-profit corporation called Friends of the Michigamme Community. The corporation is organized to raise funds for charitable purposes to benefit the people of Michigamme Township through fundraising events, donations, and gifts.
Donations need to be directed to this new corporation for the Museum, Library, Parks, and any other fundraising activities, non-exclusively.
Donations need to be made out to Friends of the Michigamme Community with the appropriate fundraising activity noted on the memo line of the check.
Please contact William Seppanen, at 906-201-4727 or Nancy Ferro at 906-869-1557 for any additional information. Donors will receive an appropriate receipt from the new corporation.