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The Priest Lake Museum is a great
place to begin any visit to the lake and a fitting showplace to
remind us of the numerous influences that created the special character
of Priest Lake. The museum building was constructed in 1935 by
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). It is a prime example of handcrafted
oil-treated tamarack (larch) log construction. The building initially
served as a residence and office for the first Ranger on what was
then Kaniksu National Forest. The museum houses numerous articles
and displays that depict the colorful history of the lake and the
surrounding area.
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The early history of the Priest
Lake area was forged by Native Americans, trappers, missionaries,
miners, homesteaders, loggers and businessmen. Each of these groups
is represented in the museum through various exhibits and dioramas.
The museum also contains a living room and kitchen that are furnished
as they might have been in the 1930s.
The museum is housed on the west shore, 1/2-mile south of the Luby Bay
Campground and just north of Hill's Resort.
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HOURS: 10am-4pm Daily
except Monday (June-Labor Day)
ADMISSION: Free (Donations gratefully accepted) |
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