What a diamond in the rough! I thought this would be a small museum but you should probably allot…read moreyourself 2 hours to get through the very interesting artifact segment, interactive exhibit, and outdoor nature paths (that teach you a little about the native peoples and lands!). Not only does this place teach you about the industry but it also gives you a sense of the local area and the history behind it all. The museum is free but does accept donations with a box up front so if you enjoy yourself as much as I did, five dollars, as suggested, is certainly worth it. The lady at the shop was very nice and it's a thoughtful and well-maintained museum and an overall very casual experience that immerses you in the human history of the UP. Definitely recommended!

This is a wonderful museum. It's small. But it's well done for its size, and the exhibits are…read moreinteresting. The museum is located adjacent to a rail trail. There's opportunity to let your kids run around a bit, and there's an overlook-style view along the trail that's interesting. Figure an hour to visit and see everything and read the display signs, and kids will rush through a lot faster.

Jim, the fabulous museum educator, is an absolute treasure! His wisdom and gentle sense of humor is…read moreworth ten times the cost of admission.

Not a lot of money to get in and kids have lots to do. Definitely worth the admission price. Our…read morekids are 8 and 11 they had hours of fun. I see some say it is dated but kids will LOVE it. Interactive, and the little town area is adorable. A car garage, fire station, hair salon, cafe , ambulance, airport, hotel, phone booth, music studio, etc. kids have a lot to do. For 2 kids and 2 adults it was around $30. Worth it!

We arrived near sunset, after close. No Tour completed, as such. We did, however, experience a…read morefantastic sunset & walkabout. There is a large viewing deck that can be accessed with a short walk & a some stairs. If you're there when the sun sets, stick around for another half hour to see the REAL show. (We moved on right at sunset, to catch it from a different spot we'd planned.) Expect to encounter friendly locals who happily share info on the area & tips for best views. This stop is one you could spend a bit of time at & definitely charge the phone or bring a camera. You will have, in addition to the light house, great lake views with sandy shores & beach grass, plus amazing rock beach on the other side of the lighthouse. The trail isn't too difficult, tho stairs aren't the best. Be sure to check out the displays & signage swallowed by the trees. It's absolutely lovely.

Our tourguide Susan was amazing! She knew so much history about the lighthouse and the surrounding…read morearea. It's fun to learn and to hear the stories. They do an evening paranormal tour as well as daytime tours. The views of Lake Superior are amazing. Great time for history nerds and ghost hunters!

This is a smaller museum but it's still worth a visit if you're in the Marquette area. Admission is…read morefree (donations accepted) and parking is free. The art museum is 4,000 square feet and has two art galleries that exhibit a rotating display of artworks and collections. It is the largest art gallery on the Northern Michigan University campus and is also the only art museum with a permanent collection in the Upper Peninsula. My visit today was quiet as I was the only patron. As with much contemporary art, there are art pieces with a political message and that's okay. I tend to appreciate art for what I can see rather than what it makes me think. My favorite piece was the "All American Relic #16, 2021" by Grant Kaihoi and the caption is typical of art pieces, "[It is] an exploration of the sanctity of an individual. Utilizing the organic nature of wood and the precise results of wood craft I am working to understand time, brokeness, beauty, and what it means to exist as a created being, made by a good God, in a broken world." I thought it was interesting to look at and a quite attractive piece. The museum includes an outdoor sculpture garden with multiple artworks on display. [Review 17918 overall - 324 in Michigan - 1439 of 2022.]

Local public libraries have been a lifesaver for me during the high summer weather. Yes, even in UP…read moreMichigan it gets hot. If it's sunny and over 80, it's too hot to work from the van so I've been spending time in public libraries like this one. This library is free, it's comfortable and it's clean. They have a free wifi that works very well and it's quiet enough that I can sneak in an occasional Zoom meeting without disturbing anyone. Free parking, too! You do not need to be a local resident to use the library, you only need to be a local resident if you're borrowing materials. [Review 17915 overall - 322 in Michigan - 1436 of 2022.]

Beautiful library!! Love that the original building still looks classic, while there are obvious…read moreupdates inside (computers, etc.). LOVED the Michigan Reference section upstairs, and thought it was cool that they still use some really old tables and chairs in the nonfiction section! We thought that the bell collection is cool. Beautifully maintained inside; clean restrooms; quiet place to read with great views of Lake Superior upstairs. Reasons I only gave this a 4 star is that not a single staff member greeted us or asked if we needed help. I get that this is a touristy area and they're probably used to people just wandering through, or using the bathrooms, but I always appreciate being welcomed. I myself am a librarian and understand the value of welcoming the community in!