Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin

The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin will build on the results of ongoing research to develop an interpretive plan for both interior and exterior exhibits at the Menominee Cultural Museum and Logging Museum. The interpretive plan will reflect the Menominee origin narrative and their known identity as the "People of the Wild Rice." The outdoor exhibit will provide opportunities for seasonal community events, such as processing of wild rice and harvesting maize and other crops. These outdoor activities will help acquaint visitors with the Menominee philosophy of sustainable way of life. Project activities will engage museum staff, consultants, elders, and students in planning and implementing a robust series of traditional activities that supplement and support the exhibit development.