There Are 5 Quirky Museums Hiding In The Small Town Of Marshall, Michigan
By Lauren Budden
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Published September 22, 2022
Step back into time with a visit to the small town of Marshall, Michigan. Marshall is a beautiful town that’s packed full of historical sites. You’ll love exploring the town to see what history you can discover. Check out these five interesting and unique museums that you’ll find tucked away in historic Marshall.
1. Marshall Historical Museum at GAR Hall
402 E Michigan Ave, Marshall, MI 49068, USA
This is a small museum that focuses on all things Marshall. You'll find exhibits on life in Marshall, things that were made there, and important events from the town's history. The
Marshall Historical Museum is open on weekends only.
2. United States Postal Museum
202 E Michigan Ave, Marshall, MI 49068, USA
Marshall is home to the largest collection of Postal Service memorabilia outside of the Smithsonian in Washington DC. There are thousands of items dating back through the entire history of the US Postal Service. The
United States Postal Museum is open for tours by appointment only, so make sure you plan ahead and make a reservation before you visit.
3. Honolulu House Museum
107 N Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, MI 49068, USA
This unique house was built in 1860 by a diplomat who wanted to replicate his life in Honolulu after moving to Marshall. Another eccentric owner updated the home to include some stunning Victorian accents in the 1880s. The
Honolulu House Museum is currently owned and maintained by the Marshall Historical Society. The house is open seasonally for tours.
4. Marshall's Governor's Mansion Museum
612 S Marshall Ave, Marshall, MI 49068, USA
The
Marshall's Governor's Mansion was built in 1839 by Michigan's third Governor, James Wright Gordon. Today, the mansion is preserved as a museum that is filled with various artifacts of its time. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the museum is open on Sundays from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Outside of those hours, you can make an appointment anytime for a tour.
5. The American Museum of Magic
107 E Michigan Ave, Marshall, MI 49068, USA
For something a little different, spend some time at the
American Museum of Magic . This museum opened in 1978 and is full of magical history. Gaze in wonder at the large collection of artifacts and learn interesting stories about some of the world's greatest magicians. You may even be able to catch a magic demonstration. The American Museum of Magic is open by appointment only from December through March. From April through November, the museum is open Wednesdays through Saturdays.
All of these small museums are inexpensive to visit and are full of interesting exhibits. Have you ever been to any of these unique museums? We’d love to hear about your favorite!
For a different historical trip in Michigan, check out Port Huron , the town where Thomas Edison was raised!
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