Dowagiac Area History Museum — Attraction in Dowagiac

Dowagiac Area History Museum is a beautiful and historical spot to learn all about the city, located next to the railroad tracks, this museum is filled with an unforgettable experience ranging from the Potawatomi Indian culture to Old Oak stoves and map of the town about a century old. There are even pictures of multiple decades old showing different locations sprinkled around town in different businesses and restaurants in downtown Dowagiac. If you live here or are just visiting and are looking for something to do, I highly recommend you check out the Dowagiac Area...

Well curated and laid out. Plenty of information on everything and lots to see even though Dowagiac is small and not very old. My 2 yr old son liked the interactive waterwheel and grind stone. I especially enjoyed the underground railroad room with the hidden switch and also learning about the orphans who were brought here. Not much for little kids like mine but plenty to keep grown ups interested for an hour or so. The staff are friendly and...

Dowagiac has a long history .. including it pioneers, Veterans (there is a Memorial in town to Union Civil War Veterans from the area) and this little town museum is now 3 floors of exhibits .. everything from locals who served in Military, the Round Oak Stoves themselves, and even the local Native American Tribes History too. Just take a chance and inspire the young ones with you to enjoy history right there in...