The Drummond Island Historical Museum is a local museum located on Drummond Island, Michigan. It showcases a diverse collection of artifacts, including Native American artifacts dating back to 200 B.C., exhibits on the island's early historical period, the British Fort Drummond, the lumber era, sporting camps, ferry boats, and the island's rich fishing and boating history. The museum is housed in a new building constructed of hand-hewn Drummond Island logs, with a fireplace made from stones of a chimney at Fort Drummond.
Visitors can explore the museum's displays of hand-tools, handicrafts, and hands-on items, as well as view pictures and memorabilia from the late 1800s and early 1900s logging industry. The museum also offers geological oddities, historical maps, photos of early settlers, and cemetery lists, providing an interesting afternoon of exploration. Situated on the grounds of the oldest family remaining on Drummond Island, the museum offers a glimpse into the island's rich history and cultural heritage.
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