MARATHON – The Marathon & District Historical Society and Museum is once again open and offering community members and visitors a chance to learn about some of the local history of the area.
“We’ve been open for a few weeks now, we are currently offering exhibits on Port Coldwell, the history of the mining industry in Marathon, as well as the pulp mill, some of the boats used at the mill,” said Jada Starkes, student employee.
“So the Peninsula tugboat and the D.C. Everest being the main ones we have on display as well as displays on life in the town in the 40s and 50s and we’re currently working on some new exhibits on the fur trade and the forestry industry that we’re hoping to have open within the next couple of weeks.”
Local history is a great educational opportunity for a community, and museums such as the one in Marathon give people a chance to see where the town came from.
“I think it’s really important because, especially in Marathon, a lot of our historic buildings have been dismantled or fallen into disrepair. They no longer exist,” said Starkes.
“I think it’s important for people to come here and see the history that we have displayed because it’s not really available to see in town.”
For more information about the Marathon & District Historical Society and Museum, visit its website and keep an eye out for its upcoming Facebook page for further announcements.
