What better way to appreciate Marquette than through its history? Hilary Billman, the Executive Director of the Marquette Maritime Museum discusses the museum's efforts to restore trust with the community after financial mismanagement, Hilary's journey from St. Louis to Marquette, and the challenges and successes of reviving the museum, including updates to exhibits and new additions like the opening of the second floor of the lighthouse for artifacts.Links:Marquette Maritime Museum Website: https://mqtmaritimemuseum.comMarquette Maritime Museum Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mqtmaritime.museumSubscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichiganShow Notes:00:00 Introduction 01:03 Exploring Marquette Maritime Museum02:00 Hilary Billman's Journey to Marquette06:30 Challenges and Rebuilding the Museum12:05 Coming Back Stronger13:33 Exhibits and Artifacts at the Museum15:58 The Marquette Lighthouse18:28 Special Exhibits and Events24:09 Visiting the Museum and Final Thoughts

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