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Fifty years of memorabilia are housed in the museum, including vintage costumes, furniture, a blacksmith shop, bank and post office displays. An entire room is devoted to the area's railroad history. The dome of the Railroad Room is the original cupola from Escanaba's main depot. Outdoor displays include a logging sleigh, antique school bell and a rudder from one of the area's notable shipwrecks. The Delta County Archives includes a wealth of documents and photographs including newspapers, city directories, yearbooks, family scrapbook and oral histories. Open daily June 1 to Sept. 1. Next to Sand Point Lighthouse.
Sheryl D | June 2022
A must for Lighthouse enthusiasts!!
How fortunate that the Delta County Historical Society is represented by the young man that I encountered today at the Sand Point Lighthouse. His name is Sean Sullivan. Although young, he was wise...
Mindie D | August 2019
Come for the lighthouse, stay for the museum!
We originally came to see the lighthouse and were pleasantly surprised by the Delta County History Museum located just behind it and included in our $5 ticket price. Did I mention the whole family...
Leslie S | July 2019
Great local museum with a lighthouse as a bonus
I was surprised by what a terrific little museum this is. It gives you a great picture of how logging, railroads and shipping created and shaped the area. Lots of small items that recreate the feel...
AnnDG_12 | June 2019
An Outstanding Museum of Local History
Over the years, I've been to a number of "local history" museums: usually dusty, crowded, confusing. This museum sets a high standard: it doesn't assume the visitor knows anything about Escanaba...
Chipperhigh2 | August 2018
Wonderful Museum Plus
Visited the Delta County Historical Museum. The pass also included the adjacent lighthouse, boathouse and archives. My wife and I enjoyed the displays which are nicely done. The staff was very...
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