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Museums house some of the most awe-inspiring, treasured artifacts in the world and give us a glimpse into the past, present, and future. To celebrate the wonder of these institutions, Museum Lovers Day is observed annually on May 5th. This is a special occasion to appreciate the diverse contributions of museums to our society, culture, and education. It's also an opportunity to recognize the hard work and dedication of museum staff, volunteers, and supporters who make these institutions possible.
Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and fascination with marvels from around the world! Here are the top museums in our area.
northwest ohio
national museum of the great lakes
1701 Front St, Toledo, OH | website
toledo museum of art
2445 Monroe St, Toledo, OH | website
promedica museum of natural history at the toledo zoo
2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH | website
toledo history museum
425 N St Clair St, Toledo, OH | website
toledo police museum
2201 Kenwood Blvd, Toledo, OH | website
toledo firefighters museum
918 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH | website
imagination station
1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH | website
maumee valley historical society & the wolcott heritage center
1035 River Rd, Maumee, OH | website
snook's dream cars
13920 County Home Rd, Bowling Green, OH | website
historical construction equipment
16623 Liberty Hi Rd, Bowling Green, OH | website
university of findlay's mazza museum
201 College St, Findlay, OH | website
hancock historical museum
422 W Sandusky St, Findlay, OH | website
rutherford b. hayes presidential library & museums
Spiegel Grove, Fremont, OH | website
american civil war museum of ohio
217 S Washington St, Tiffin, OH | website
sauder village
22611 State Route 2, Archbold, OH | website
merry-go-round museum
301 Jackson St, Sandusky, OH | website
catawba island historical society museum
5258 E Porter St, Port Clinton, OH | website
michigan
monroe county museum
126 S Monroe St, Monroe, MI | website
old mill museum
242 Toledo St, Dundee, MI | website
north central + northeast ohio
yoder's amish home
6050 State Route 515, Millersburg, OH | website
castle noel
260 S Court St, Medina, OH | website
ernest warther museum & gardens
331 Karl Ave, Dover, OH | website
pro football hall of fame
2121 George Halas Dr NW, Canton, OH | website