Port Austin Area Historical Society

The Port Austin Area Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the Greater Port Austin area. Through our collections, exhibits, and community programs, we bring local Michigan history to life for residents and visitors alike.

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About the Society

We are a 501c3, all volunteer, organization of interested residents who work to preserve and interpret the important history of our community at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb. In our collection of historic buildings you will discover the rich stories that have made this area prosper. From the lumber industry, to salt production, grindstone quarries, and national defense, the maritime history of the Port Austin area helped make our state the place it is today.

Visit Us

Our buildings are currently closed for the season, but you are welcome to walk our grounds and hear many stories from our rich past using our Audio Guide.

Our buildings are open Thursdays – Sundays 1 pm to 4 pm from Memorial Day Weekend until Labor Day Weekend and Weekends only in September and October.

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