Current Preservation Projects

Faust Cabin
An expansive project list is on the docket for this log cabin which is a gem of the National Park. Located at Inspiration Point overlooking Big Glen Lake, we have done many repairs on this iconic structure.

Olsen Barn
Electricity will be run underground to the barn having upgraded our electrical capacity in 2022 in the farmhouse. This will be a huge improvement for interpretation and events held in the barn.

Foundation Repairs
The Project Team has evaluated the foundations of historic structures and have identified several that are in need of urgent attention to stabilize the buildings and make them safe. The team worked with a contractor to train in proper techniques for historic property foundation repair and is currently working on Thoreson house and barn, Martin Basch house, Kelderhouse, and Lawr house.

Charles and Hattie Olsen Farmhouse
The Olsen farm is home to PHSB and the Port Oneida Heritage Center. Reach out to join our Garden and Preservation Crews.
Current Projects
North Manitou Island – Katie Shepard HotelJune 8, 2026 - 2:42 pm
Thoreson FarmJune 7, 2026 - 1:05 pm
Faust Log Cabin Volunteer Window Restoration WorkdaysJune 3, 2026 - 12:44 pm
Lawr FarmApril 17, 2026 - 1:49 pm
Faust CabinApril 17, 2026 - 12:26 pm
Upcoming Events
M/W/F Stone Masonry & Carpentry
August 3 @ 9:30 am - August 7 @ 3:30 pm“Stepping Off the Boat”: Stories from North Manitou
August 6 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmPort Oneida Fair
August 7 - August 8Happiness Hikes: Alligator Hill Trail 9 am
August 11 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 amWindow Restoration Workshops at Faust Log Cabin
August 11 @ 9:30 am - 3:30 pm


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