Exhibit Gallery![]() The challenging environment of the Upper Peninsula has helped shape the dynamic, persevering and resourceful people who call it home. The natural resources determined livelihoods, and there is a deep connection between residents and the land.
Travel back with us and explore state-of-the-art interactive exhibits, unique artifacts and engaging oral histories which bring the 11,000 year journey to life. |
Special ExhibitsIn addition to our main gallery permanent exhibit, we have a Special Exhibit gallery that rotates exhibits. Enjoy our page that features these limited time displays: Special Exhibits, to explore past exhibits and virtual exhibits.
School Days: Educating Marquette CountyOctober 7, 2024 - June 7, 2025
Explore the educational history of Marquette County from the Bishop Baraga parochial school, to the John D. Pierce School run by Northern Normal. High school education was a luxury for many families, with only 55% finishing school in 1970 nationwide. Marquette was progressive in many ways in educating its children, including building a public high school in 1859. Early examples of technology, class projects, and artwork will be on display. |
Permanent Collection![]() The permanent collection includes artifacts from the Prehistoric copper culture through contemporary times. Only a fraction of the permanent collection is on display at one time. Ongoing special exhibits allow the museum to highlight different areas of the collection.
Over the years, the community has been so generous with donations, that the museum recently moved to a larger location. The new location is climate controlled and allows for continued collection of artifacts. |