The Ottawa County Museum

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The Ottawa County Museum Museum in Port Clinton, OH with exhibits covering Ottawa County history, Native American heritage, military history & more!

The Ottawa County Museum in Port Clinton, Ohio, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Ottawa County. Its exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including Native American heritage, early local industries, the Matthews Boat Company, Ford Tri-Motor, Lake Erie, three lighthouses and military history from the Civil War through World War II. The museum operates on a seasonal schedule:

Memorial Day to Labor Day: Open Tuesday through Thursday, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Labor Day to Memorial Day: Open Wednesdays, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Visits can also be arranged by appointment with curator at (419) 732-1039

10/07/2026
We have another picture for you Ottawa County! Any guesses where and when!To everyone who participated in guesses on the...
10/06/2026

We have another picture for you Ottawa County! Any guesses where and when!

To everyone who participated in guesses on the last photograph, the correct answer was 1972 - 2nd street in Port Clinton.

09/12/2026

Here is surprising contrast: today there are no auto dealerships in Port Clinton. In 1956 there were many, Who can remember where each of these was located? (Also what was the name of each dealership?)

Chevy/Oldsmobile; Studebaker; Dodge; Buick; Mercury; Packard; Ford; Pontiac/Cadillac; Chrysler/Plymouth

Address

126 W. 3rd Street
Port Clinton, OH
43452

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 3pm
Wednesday 12pm - 3pm
Thursday 12pm - 3pm

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