Museum of Ojibwa Culture

Museum of Ojibwa Culture We are open for the 2019 season. 9am to 8pm 7 days a week. Ignace.

The city-operated museum and park portray a vivid picture of life in the Straits of Mackinac over 300 years ago when Ojibwa, Huron, Odawa and French lifestyles met at this protected bay. Museum exhibits show Ojibwa Indian culture and traditions, the French contact period and the site's rich archaeology. The new Wall of Healing is a powerful look into Native children and their plight at boarding sc

hhols. Outdoor exhibits and a long house explain Huron life here and come pay your respects at the burial site of Father Jacques Marquette, explorer and Jesuit priest who founded St. The Museum's store features the area's largest selection of Native American books, music and locally-made certified Native American art and crafts located in the front section of the museum. Admission is free but we appreciate donations. 100% of the donations goes to the upkeep of the 180 year old church building.

08/10/2019

FREE. Mark your calendars for August 15th at 7pm on our wonderful Museum grounds! Please join in the fun as La Compagnie Musical Dance Troupe pays tribute to Michigan’s French, Celtic and Maritime cultural heritage with music, dance, stories and narration. Sing along, join in a dance, laugh at a tall tale or just sit back and relax. La Compagnie has something for all ages – bring your dancing shoes! Rain or shine. (They will perform in our longhouse if it rains.)

08/09/2019

Rendezvous at the Straits Powwow is only a few weeks away! It will be August 23-25. See flyer for more!

07/31/2019

From a recent Trip Advisor review: ...Reviewed by FunFoodFamilyFab5
Jul 30, 2019
"Great museum, friendly and knowledgeable staff!
I found information online about a walking tour that left from the museum. We were excited to check it all out as we are part of the Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa tribe. Upon speaking to Thomas, I found out they had quilts made by my Great Great Aunt Jane. We planned to visit the following week again to see them. Much to our surprise they not only let us touch the quilts and take photos with them, they gifted us with framed photos. We will be visiting every time we come back to Michigan. It was such a special experience for me and my children. "
Proud of of our staff member Thomas and as everyone can see, our staff goes above and beyond for our visitors.

Mark your calendars for this coming Friday, August 2nd from 6:30-8pm for the Friday Night at the Museum. We will have th...
07/28/2019

Mark your calendars for this coming Friday, August 2nd from 6:30-8pm for the Friday Night at the Museum. We will have the traditional teachings of the Ojibwa people plus the Medicine Wheel & 7 grandfathers with Gennie , The Gatherer of the people! She is a member of the Sault Ste.Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians! Come join her in our longhouse. It is FREE to the public and seating is available.

2019 Heritage Week Photos. Courtesy of Ruth Pope LaChapelle. Thank you Ruth!
07/21/2019

2019 Heritage Week Photos. Courtesy of Ruth Pope LaChapelle. Thank you Ruth!

07/19/2019

Address

500 N State St
Saint Ignace, MI
49781

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 8pm
Sunday 9am - 8pm

Telephone

(906) 643-9161

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