George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center

Lac du Flambeau is among the oldest and most significant communities in Northern Wisconsin. The Ojibwe of Lac du Flambeau continue their traditions today, embracing their proud heritage. Residents and visitors are cordially invited to learn more about the Ojibwe people who have lived here for hundreds of years. The George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center is the perfect destination to discover amazing Ojibwe traditions and stories.

The George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center preserves and promotes the history and culture of the Lac du Flambeau band of Lake Superior Ojibwe. Opened in 1989, the museum features exhibits and dioramas depicting Ojibwe clothing, canoes, artifacts and crafts (items from other Ojibwe bands are included as well). Highlights include a four seasons diorama, which depicts how the Ojibwe used to live in each season, and a 24 foot dug out canoe. Another exhibit explores the history of the fur trade. Various cultural programs and art classes are also offered. The museum is named after George W. Brown Jr., a tribe member who long advocated for a place devoted to Ojibwe culture and history.

Teresa Mitchell director of the George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center is a tribal member and knowledgeable historian. Larger tours can be scheduled by contact the museum by phone or email. A fun and authentic gift shop also awaits visitors who wish to purchase some cultural item or historic document.

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