Midwest USA Museums and Culture

Step into the story of Frankenmuth's remarkable German heritage through interactive exhibits, authentic artifacts, and immersive displays that bring 1845 to life. Learn how a small group of settlers transformed the Saginaw Valley into "Michigan's Little Bavaria."

The Museum's purpose today is what it has always been: to educate the public, to preserve historic artifacts of the craft, to inspire magic lovers, to establish a resource for scholars and to celebrate the men and women who have been purveyors of wonder throughout the ages, the magician entertainer. <br> The American Museum of Magic is devoted to magic as entertainment , not the occult.

Explore the University of Michigan's incredible collection of animals from around the globe and uncover the evolutionary stories that connect all living things. Get face-to-face with specimens that reveal how wildlife adapts and thrives across Earth's diverse habitats.

Circus World is a thrill for all ages — a chance to see how the circus has entertained people for generations.

All aboard at Green Bay's premier railroad museum, where you can explore massive locomotives, vintage passenger cars, and the stories that built America's rail network. Perfect for families and history buffs, hands-on exhibits and guided tours make a century of railroad heritage come alive.

Honor Wisconsin's military heritage at this powerful museum showcasing over 3,000 artifacts from the Civil War to modern conflicts. Experience immersive exhibits that tell the stories of the state's citizen-soldiers and their service to the nation.

Dive into Wisconsin's maritime legacy at this Lake Michigan waterfront museum, where you'll explore the stories of sailors, shipbuilders, and the submarines built here during World War II. Perfect for curious minds of all ages seeking hands-on learning and unforgettable Great Lakes history.

Explore 50,000+ artworks spanning cultures and centuries, then wander through stunning gardens and nature trails. This sprawling campus invites you to connect with art, each other, and the natural world.

Step aboard a piece of Indiana's railroad heritage and experience the golden age of train travel. This volunteer-run museum in Noblesville operates scenic excursions along historic tracks while preserving the state's rich transportation legacy.

Escape the summer heat and explore thousands of years of art across every continent—all free to enjoy. Spend your afternoon wandering galleries of ancient treasures, bold contemporary pieces, and everything in between.

Comprising more than 12,000 works of art from virtually every culture and spanning the history of art, the AMAM's collection is a vital cultural resource for the students, faculty, and staff of Oberlin College as well as the surrounding community.

Explore Ohio's rich transit history through vintage buses, photographs, schedules, and memorabilia that tell the story of public transportation and the manufacturers who shaped it. This unique collection preserves decades of regional mobility and engineering innovation.

At the gates of Churchill Downs, explore the thrilling history of the world's most famous horse race through legendary thoroughbreds, iconic moments, and Derby traditions that shaped Louisville's most celebrated event.

Explore one of the world's largest science museums with over 35,000 artifacts across 14 acres of interactive exhibits—from the legendary U-505 Submarine to cutting-edge displays that ignite curiosity and creativity for visitors of all ages.