AuSable Light Station
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore – open in the summer; guided tours.
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.
Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum has become one of Michigan’s most popular destinations in the cultural tourism industry, attracting nearly 100,000 visitors each season. Museum patrons learn about the perils of maritime transport on the Great Lakes at the Whitefish Point Light Station, an historic site on the National Register of Historic Places.
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.