Prairie du Chien Museum at Fort Crawford
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Entrance to the Fort Crawford Military Cemetery
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Grave sites at the Fort Crawford Military Cemetery
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Entrance to the Fort Crawford Museum
 
Details
Attraction
Location
Body of Water: Mississippi River
Trail Name: Inland Waterways
Nearest Address: 717 South Beaumont Road
Nearest City: Prairie du Chien
County: Crawford
Zip Code: 53821
Latitude: N 43°02.57346'
Longitude: W -091°08.84958'
Attraction
Features
Open to public?: Yes
Mooring buoy?: No
Mooring buoy in place?: No
Snorkelable?: No
Dive guide?: No
Trails sign?: No
National Register?: No
Attraction
Description
Fort Crawford Museum is operated by the non-profit Prairie du Chien Historical Society. The museum boasts more than 50 exhibits in 3 buildings, which reflect the historical society's mission to tell the story of Prairie du Chien with emphasis on Fort Crawford, especially the amazing story of Dr. William Beaumont. The museum is open May through October. Tours are self-guided. A brochure explaining the exhibits is available in the office. Guided group tours are available by appointment. Plan 30 minutes for each of the three buildings. The museum is wheel chair accessible. Picnic tables on the spacious grounds, fresh water and restrooms are available. An historic soldier's cemetary is nearby.
 
Contacts
Name Phone Alt Phone Email Website
Prairie du Chien Museum at Fort Crawford 608.326.6960
 
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