The Ottawa County Museum

The Ottawa County Museum Museum in Port Clinton, OH with exhibits covering Ottawa County history, Native American heritage, military history & more!

The Ottawa County Museum in Port Clinton, Ohio, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Ottawa County. Its exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including Native American heritage, early local industries, the Matthews Boat Company, Ford Tri-Motor, Lake Erie, three lighthouses and military history from the Civil War through World War II. The museum operates on a seasonal sche

dule:

Memorial Day to Labor Day: Open Tuesday through Thursday, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Labor Day to Memorial Day: Open Wednesdays, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Visits can also be arranged by appointment with curator at (419) 732-1039

Good afternoon Ottawa County! Time for another Collections Spotlight! This time for our Board Member Tracy Bodi. Here is...
05/28/2026

Good afternoon Ottawa County! Time for another Collections Spotlight! This time for our Board Member Tracy Bodi. Here is why he loves it so much!

"My favorite display at the museum is the one that highlights Mike Drusbacky Sr. service in the US Army. Not only did Coach Drus serve his country, he was a tremendous man and coach who taught myself and many other young men numerous lessons. It is a treasure to see him honored in this way."

05/27/2026

Experience history in vibrant color! Clermont County’s America 250 mural initiative is transforming local landmarks into living stories, connecting our communities to the heart of the American journey. Each mural unveiled across the county celebrates our unique heritage, from Underground Railroad sites to hometown heroes, while inviting you to explore, reflect, and be inspired. Ready to see history come alive?

Plan your visit and read our latest article to discover the murals that make Clermont County unforgettable.
🔗https://discoverclermont.com/blog/ohio-creates-art-culture-and-literature/

05/27/2026
Thank you for your dedication. Today, we join the country in remembering and paying tribute to every American warrior wh...
05/26/2026

Thank you for your dedication. Today, we join the country in remembering and paying tribute to every American warrior who never made it home. Be sure to come in and check out this display and plenty of others honoring those who have served in our community. We are now open Tuesday - Thursday 12 - 3pm.

05/22/2026

Opening Day is almost here! 🏛️✨Dr. Thomas is giving the inside scoop on our brand-new exhibits to some of our incredible CIHS volunteers. You won't want to miss what we’ve been working on!

📅 Join us: Wednesday, May 27 from 10am - 4pm
📍 Where: CIHS Museum at Union Chapel

The 250th continues! This month is Ohio Creates and we are celebrating a local career of ours John "Jack" Rider! Come se...
05/15/2026

The 250th continues! This month is Ohio Creates and we are celebrating a local career of ours John "Jack" Rider! Come see some of his work at the museum! America 250-Ohio

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers of Ottawa County, past, present, and future. This picture is of the Gold Star mot...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers of Ottawa County, past, present, and future. This picture is of the Gold Star mothers, a group who unfortunately lost their children to WWII. Please never forget those honoring Bereaved Mother's Day as well.

Guess whose on another trail! And lucky number 13 again! Make sure to stop by and see us when Tracking the Troops this s...
05/07/2026

Guess whose on another trail! And lucky number 13 again! Make sure to stop by and see us when Tracking the Troops this summer!

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126 W. 3rd Street
Port Clinton, OH
43452

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 3pm
Wednesday 12pm - 3pm
Thursday 12pm - 3pm

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