Miracle of America Museum
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
WiFi available
Often called the 'Smithsonian of the West,' this eclectic museum in Polson, Montana, houses over 340,000 artifacts across 35-42 buildings, offering an in-depth, hands-on tour of American history.

๐Ÿ“œ Vast collection of American history artifacts, known as the 'Smithsonian of the West', with interactive exhibits. ๐Ÿ” Features over 340,000 artifacts across 35-42 buildings.

Why Go

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Explore over 340,000 diverse artifacts, from arrowheads to jet planes. ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Enjoy hands-on exhibits, including climbing into military vehicles and playing on interactive displays. ๐Ÿ๏ธ See a significant collection of antique motorcycles and military vehicles. ๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Wander through a pioneer village with a one-room schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, and general store.

Why Avoid

๐Ÿ‘ƒ Some areas, like the tugboat, may have a moldy smell. ๐Ÿค” Some visitors find the owner's displayed opinions and writings controversial. ๐Ÿคฏ Can be overwhelming due to the sheer volume of artifacts.

Tips

โฐ Allow several hours, as many visitors spend all day exploring. โ™ฟ Wheelchair accessible, fat tires suggested for outside areas. ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Founder Gil Mangels often available to share stories. ๐Ÿ“… Visit during summer for workshops on blacksmithing and glass blowing. ๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Free parking available; museum is on Memory Lane, a frontage road off US Highway 93.

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Adults $10, children (2-12) $5, under 2 free.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Daily, 9 AM - 5 PM, year-round.

Toilets

๐Ÿšฝ Public restrooms available.

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