Moon Log Cabin

One of the oldest residences in Eaton County, its restoration preserves the Moon Log Cabin to 1860 when it was first inhabited. The cabin is the only known historic house of log construction in Eaton County that is being restored and preserved. Two stories high with an attic above the second floor, the cabin is an impressive and well-built structure.

The cabin was still occupied when General Motors bought the property. Through the generous assistance and cooperation of Oldsmobile and Delta Township, the house was moved intact in 1980 from its original location on Canal Road southeast of Mt. Hope to its new foundation at Woldumar.

Because of the cabin's State Historical designation, any restoration done must be accurate historically and verifiable to the time period in which the Moons lived in the cabin and proven through writings or photographs. After cabin restoration, a folk art curator was hired to faclitate programs for school children and the general public. Budget cuts eliminated that position, but volunteer docents provide historical information during special events. Group tours of the Moon Log Cabin can be arranged by calling Woldumar at 517-322-0030.

Herb Garden

The garden adjacent to the cabin is planted with herbs that the Moon family might have used to season their foods, dye their cloth, and treat minor illnesses and injuries. Many of the plants are labeled, and you can use the link below for a guide to the herbs you will see growing as you walk through the garden.

View Plant Guide

Calendar of Events

American Heritage Festival

Saturday, Sept. 25
11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 26
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
WNC members $5
Non-members $7
Children Under 12 $3
Concert Saturday 6 p.m.
WNC or WLNZ members $8
Non-members $10
Children under 12 Free
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Save This Date

Chili Winter Evening
Jan. 22, 2011

For more information
about these events
or to make reservations
call 517-322-0030