SEDGWICK MUSEUM

MARTINS FERRY, OH

Sedgwick Museum is a small but significant museum located in Martins Ferry, Ohio. It was established in 1926 and is named after William Thompson Sedgwick, a renowned American microbiologist. The museum houses a variety of exhibits, including displays of local history, natural history, and cultural artifacts.

One of the most notable exhibits is the collection of fossils, minerals, and rocks. The museum has an extensive collection of fossils and geologic specimens from the local area, as well as from other parts of the world. Visitors can see examples of trilobites, ammonites, and other ancient creatures, as well as a variety of geological formations and minerals.

In addition to the natural history exhibits, the museum also has a display of local history artifacts. Visitors can learn about the early settlers of the area, as well as the development of industry and commerce in Martins Ferry.

The museum is staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who are happy to answer questions and provide information about the exhibits. It is open to the public on Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm, and admission is free. Overall, the Sedgwick Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in natural history, geology, or local history.

SEDGWICK MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MARTINS FERRY OH. US MID #8403900319

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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MARTINS FERRY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 422
MARTINS FERRY
OH
43935

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