Museum of Ojibwa Culture at Old Mission Saint-Ignace

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Museum of Ojibwa Culture at Old Mission Saint-Ignace

Name: Museum of Ojibwa Culture at Old Mission Saint-Ignace
Address: 500 N State St, St Ignace, MI 49781, St Ignace, MI, US
Telephone: (906) 643-9161
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (1063 reviews)

📍 500 N State St, St Ignace, MI 49781

📞 (906) 643-9161

🌐 museumofojibwaculture.net

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5 PM

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About Museum of Ojibwa Culture at Old Mission Saint-Ignace

Seasonal Native American culture museum. City museum, open seasonally, dedicated to local native culture, with a longhouse & crafts shop. The museum houses the final resting place of Father Jacques Marquette, a French Jesuit missionary, making it a significant historical pilgrimage site. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,063 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Natural History Museum
Focus: Ojibwa culture, Huron history, and Father Marquette legacy
Best For: All ages
Exhibits: Indoor and outdoor exhibits, traditional longhouse, mission site

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️The museum houses the final resting place of Father Jacques Marquette, a French Jesuit missionary, making it a significant historical pilgrimage site
⭐Features a reconstructed traditional Huron village dwelling and authentic longhouse that serve as both exhibit and venue for special evening programs
⭐Offers free admission to grounds and building with optional donation, plus includes a medicine wheel garden and outdoor sculpture park
⭐Conducts Traditional Native American Teachings led by tribal elders during summer months (July-August) as part of interactive evening programming

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for extended visits - reviewers spent hours exploring and wished they could stay longer. Budget 2-3+ hours to fully experience the exhibits, outdoor gardens, medicine wheel garden, and sculpture park.
💬Admission is free with a suggested donation of $20+ to support the museum. This makes it an excellent value destination, especially if you're willing to contribute to preservation efforts.
💡Don't miss the gift shop - it features locally handmade items including dream catchers, knives, jewelry, and moccasins with exceptional artistry and craftsmanship. The store across the street on the lake shoreline also has great views and additional merchandise.
💡Attend the special evening cultural teachings events (July-August, Monday-Tuesday evenings) or Friday Nights at the Museum in the Longhouse for authentic educational experiences led by tribal elders and museum staff, plus you'll receive a free 40-page St. Ignace Walking Tour booklet.
💬Note that the museum is currently closed for the season and will reopen in 2026. However, offseason tours are available by calling 906-643-9161 or 906-430-7350, or emailing [email protected] for those interested in advance planning.