indian museum of lake county

Guides are good. No real shortcomings. Not a huge place but the displays are interesting. Interesting area history.

This museum isn't very big, but don't let that deceive you. It's obvious the staff cares a good deal about their exhibits; when we visited there was a wonderful SW Indian exhibit, with a number of kachina dolls and baskets--very nicely done (this is a rotating exhibit; next summer it'll be Alaska natives). This museum profiles artifacts found at local dig sites from many centuries ago. I found, however, more interesting the exhibits from current tribes; in particular the needle boxes from peoples around the Great Lakes were fascinating--what works of art--I've never seen these before. In summary, I'm glad we visited, even though since they only open at 10 am it's an inconvenience. If your knowledge is limited about Native Peoples, the staff can help you appreciate what you're seeing/experiencing. I wish I could visit more small museums like this.

A large collection of artifacts and facts as well.The staff is friendly and very helpful helping you learn or research what you need.Funding is sparse so they do the best with what they have.

Many years of accumulated artifacts tell the story of the natives of this area. Books, bones, tools, toys and clothes assembled by volunteers are proudly on display. I learned a few things. Volunteers are happy to answer questions.

Its neat to go see if you have a couple mins of nothing to do. Other than that I would not plan a trip to see it.

The Indian museum is behind the Tech Center in Willoughby. There is a small sign out by the road and one on the door. As you enter there are display cases filled with the artifacts of Prehistoric peoples which have been recovered in Lake County. There are pictures of the digs and maps of where the items were found. There is a wide assortment of arrow heads, tools, pipes, games implements of daily life. There are also some rocks with etchings on them which depict maps and one etching with a cautionary tale for anyone who is wasteful. The docents are knowledgeable about native american culture and history in Ohio and very willing to answer questions and tell stories. There was also a display of Alaskan native Americans when I was there. It was small but informative.For locals or someone interested in prehistoric peoples it is worth the $2 admission fee,