Contact
- 2150 Little Lake Rd, Washington, WI 54246
- +1 (920) 847-2213
- washingtonisland-wi.gov/museums
Jacobsens Museum was purpose-built by hand by Island resident Jens Jacobsen in 1931. He first arrived on Washington Island from Denmark at 14 in 1881 and lived the rest of his life here dying in 1952 when he was 85. The museum housed his collections of local rocks, fossils and other artifacts as well as his self crafted boat models and intricate wooden scrollwork. The museum is open from June through Columbus Day weekend – check website for days and hours.
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Other Close Places of Interest
Washington Island Stavkirke
The Washington Island Stavkirke is a traditional Scandinavian Stavkirke (stave church) and one of the most popular attractions on Washington Island. It was completed in 1999 based on drawings of one built in Norway dating to 1150 AD. The Stavkirke is owned and managed by Trinity Lutheran Church
Town Line Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Jackson Harbor Maritime Museum
Jackson Harbor Maritime Museum is located on the site of a former fishing community on Washington Island. There are 4 historic buildings with exhibits relating to commercial fishing, water transportation and the ferry, how islanders lived near the water, ice harvesting, and the Coast Guard
Jackson Harbor Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Thorstein Veblen Study Cabin
The Thorstein Veblen Study Cabin was built in 1916 by world-famous economist Thorstein Veblen, who spent his summers on Washington Island. The study cabin has been moved and is currently being restored by Little Lake, next to the Jacobsen Museum
2150 Little Lake Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm & Shop
Fragrant Isle is a working Lavender Farm on Washington Island. Explore the beautiful lavender fields in their fragrant shades of purple and learn about the lavender-harvesting process. The lavender blooms are typically at peak around the 2nd or 3rd week of July, and it is harvested by the middle
1350 Airport Rd, Washington, WI 54246
Washington Island Farm Museum
This farm museum on the north end of Washington Island is comprised of nine buildings with collections of farm implements, tools and kitchen items primarily from the period of 1870-1940. Visitors can see farm animals, take a wagon ride, make crafts, and enjoy historical activities
1675 Jackson Harbor Rd, Washington, WI 54246
School House Beach
School House Beach is a unique pebble beach part of the Niagara Escarpment and one of only five such beaches in the world. Although there is no sand, it is a popular swimming beach due to its bright, clear water. There are plenty of picnic tables and grills, so bring along a picnic to enjoy
1824 Washington Harbor Rd, Washington, WI 54246