FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM
NILES, MI
Fort St. Joseph Museum is an educational and historical site located in Niles, Michigan. The museum focuses on the history of Fort St. Joseph, which was a French mission and trading post established in 1691. The fort played a significant role in the fur trade and was also an important military outpost during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution.
The museum features a variety of exhibits that showcase the history of the fort and the surrounding area. Visitors can explore the reconstructed fort, which includes a blockhouse, barracks, and other buildings. There are also exhibits that focus on Native American history, the fur trade, and the military history of the fort.
In addition to the exhibits, the museum offers a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year. These include guided tours, living history demonstrations, and hands-on activities for children.
The Fort St. Joseph Museum is open to the public from May through October. Admission fees are reasonable, and group tours and field trips are available by appointment. The museum is an excellent destination for history buffs, families, and anyone interested in the fascinating history of the Great Lakes region.
FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in NILES MI. US MID #8402600132
The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).
Contact FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM
- telephone: 2696834702
FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM
508 E MAIN ST
NILES
MI
49120
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FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM Information
MID # | 8402600132 |
Name | FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM |
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Classification | Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 41.818408, -86.234139 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 26 FIPS County Code: 021 US Census Tract: 020500 US Census Block: 3049 |