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Passages
Ojibwe Migration to the Place Where the Food Grows on the Water
Welcome to Mooniingwanekaaning, the ancestral homeland of Lake Superior Anishinaabe! Madeline Island has long been a place of courageous travelers. This exhibit shares the epic journey of the Ojibwe people to the Apostle Island archipelago and beyond.
Lake Superior Stories that Continue Today
A visit to the Madeline Island Museum is an adventure through time, exploring the stories of the diverse peoples who have called the island home. Your immersive journey traverses four historic structures that combine to form the heart of this modern museum featuring fascinating artifacts and engaging exhibits telling Ojibwe, French, British, and American stories.
The Apostle Islands was voted one of the 50 Best Places to Travel to in 2025, with a special shout out to the Madeline Island Museum and a chance to learn more about Ojibwe worldviews. Read All About it
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The La Pointe School celebrates our town with artistic banners adorning Main Street. The Madeline Island Museum is included in that celebration of community! Thank you to 2nd grade graduate and young history enthusiast Olive Montagne, for her inspired homage to our colorful island past! View this and all the imaginative art when you visit the Madeline Island Museum this summer. Looking forward to welcoming you! ... See MoreSee Less
Join Ojibwe artist Ramona Morrow to learn traditional beadwork skills as you craft your own beaded earrings during a special workshop. Not only will you learn to create your own jewelry using traditional Ojibwe methods, but you’ll also get an inside look at how Indigenous cultures in and around Madeline Island have created, used, and implemented various forms of art in the past and today. Romona was featured in the museum exhibit highlighting the work of Ojibwe women during our 2023 season. Contact the museum to sign up for this inspiring class.
Saturday, June 21 10 AM to 3 PM ... See MoreSee Less
Discover the rich heritage of lacrosse at this special appearance from Bad River Tribal Member Joseph Gokee at Madeline Island Museum on Thursday, June 26. Enjoy an author talk on history, tradition and craftsmanship—and don't miss out on Gokee's handcrafted stick exhibit during its monthlong installation! The exhibit is included with general admission tickets. ... See MoreSee Less