The Luce County Historical Museum, located in Newberry, Michigan, is a State and National Historic Site housed in a beautifully restored Queen Anne style building that served as the Luce County Jail and Sheriff's residence for over seventy years. Constructed in 1894, the museum showcases unique brickwork, turrets, and arches, and features a variety of exhibits including original jail cells, a fireproof library, old office equipment, and rooms displaying artifacts from the original kitchen, dining room, bedrooms, and an old fashioned schoolroom.
Rescued from demolition in 1975 by the Luce County Historical Society, the museum became part of the State Register of Historic Sites in 1976 and the National Register in 1982. With free admission, the museum operates on donations and offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the history of Luce County through its well-preserved architectural features and extensive collection of records, books, maps, pictures, and other valuable artifacts.
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