Dedicated to the legendary 'Root Beer Lady' who lived alone on an island in the Boundary Waters for 56 years, this museum preserves the cabin and personal artifacts of one of Minnesota's most iconic wilderness figures. A fascinating window into remote self-sufficiency and the human spirit of adventure.

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