A vision for Sault Ste. Marie’s children’s museum

Children learn in so many ways — through reading, hearing and observing, and perhaps most importantly, through hands-on experiences.

If you are a child living in the Sault Ste. Marie area, the nearest children’s museum is a daunting 150 or more miles away, in either Marquette or Traverse City. For families without transportation or gas money, this is challenging and discouraging. 

Good news is on the horizon for Sault Ste. Marie, however.

Thanks to the efforts of a dedicated group of volunteers and community support, the Soo Locks Children’s Museum will soon unveil innovative exhibits at its location in  Sault Ste. Marie’s downtown historic district, a block from the famous Soo Locks. 

Unlike traditional museums where a “no touch” rule is prevalent, a children’s museum is made specifically with interactive exhibits for children to touch and explore. The museum will provide…