Menominee Heritage Museum

06/02/2026

The Protectors of the Menominee River are approaching their river trip date. To confirm your participation, kindly send in your registration information using the link below. Your prompt response is appreciated, as it will enable us to finalize arrangements for canoes (if needed, as they are limited in number), food, and transportation between base camp and portages. As the event's host, Menominee County Historical Society collaborates with Protectors of the Menominee River, who manage the event's operations. Any donations contributed will be allocated to Protectors of the Menominee River, supporting the river and the importance of taking care of it, as we and all created beings depend on it, to ensure more events like this in the future.
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06/02/2026

Just a reminder... We invite you to join the Menominee County Historical Society page to keep up on all things going on with the Society, more detail on events and general information. You do not have to be a member of the society to join this page, though we do hope that you would consider joining the society with the membership. You can see us this Wednesday June 6th from 11:00 to 7:00 at the Anuta Research Center for the open house and find out what being a membership all entails. And you can always inquire at the research center on Wednesdays from 11:00 to 4:00, at our events or by calling and leaving a message at (906) 863-9000 and someone will return your call.
Your support in the Menominee County Historical Society is greatly appreciated by becoming a member as it helps us continue bringing to you our wonderful museum, the Anuta Research Center, Chappee-Weber Learning Center, tours of the North Pier Lighthouse and all things needed to preserve the history and artifacts of Menomonie and it's county.
Thank you.

05/27/2026

And we'll kick off this week's shoe exhibit feature with a pair of 1940-50's era purple suede pumps. These shoes belonged to Millie Ewald, the mother of one of our MCHS members. Millie lived not too far down from the museum on 11th Ave. Though it isn't pictured here, the shoes have tiny silver metal pieces nailed to the heel - called heeltaps. This protected wear on the heel, added to traction, and also, would make a fabulous click-clack sound.

05/25/2026

Our new 2026 exhibit features a selection of shoes from Menominee, Menominee Co, and Marinette history. Throughout the summer, we'll highlight various shoemakers and their stories. Stop by 12-4 M/W/F/Sat to see the exhibit in person!

05/25/2026

It's opening day! The museum will be open M/W/F/Sat from 12-4 for our 2026 season. Stop by and see us!

05/20/2026

Early sign up sheet for the Protectors of the Menominee River Canoe trip. If there are any questions or for more info please contact me, Laureen Kaprelian as I will be the contact for those attending through the Menominee County Historical Society.
Thanks and hope you can participate for one or all the days!

Pōsōh relatives. If you are joining the Menominee River Canoe Journey on one or more days, please fill out this survey so we can account for everyone who will be there as well as who is using one of our canoes or their own kayak/canoe. ((Early registration is offered first to our returning members...

05/19/2026

Thank you so much to the historical society and Menominee GFWC members and others that helped with museum cleaning this Saturday! We got through an entire to do list and a full's day worth of cleaning in under three hours!

05/18/2026

It's almost time for our 1st event of the summer!
We hope to see you and your children on
June 3rd, at the Michael J Anuta Research Center for their open House from 11-7 pm.
Our researchers will be on hand to explain what and how they research, how they obtain historical information, preserve it and show you how you can utilize our records for independent research.
They are also available to help assist you research family history, local historical events, landmarks and learn of interesting people of Menominee's past.
They will also be answering questions about information that you may have at home and how you can share it with them to assist in research.
We will have activities for children interested in family and local history.
Find out about the Historical Society, how to become a member and if you have interest in local history and some extra time, find out how to join a great group of volunteers.
We will have items on Menominee history available to purchase and a gift basket to enter and win!

"A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots." — Marcus Garvey

05/17/2026

New exhibit at the Menominee Heritage Museum! Starting Memorial Day, stop by and check out a selection of fabulous shoes from the different eras of Menominee history. The museum will be open M/W/F/Sat from 12-4!

05/16/2026

Another fun time on the Menominee with some great people and learning their culture!
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Following our Canoe build we will have our 8th Annual Menominee on the Menominee Canoe Journey. Hopefully our new traditional DUGOUT canoe will be finished for its maiden voyage on the Menominee River. Something that hasn’t happened for many many years.
This is HISTORICAL!! 🙏🏽🪶🤞🏽🛶 💦
Contact Cedar Fernandez on FB messenger if you plan to join us to reserve your place in a canoe. Or if you’re bringing your own vessel.
Donations are accepted.
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