Explore the Rich History at Catawba Island Historical Society Museum

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from the center of Port Clinton, Ohio. Head east on E Perry St toward NE Catawba Rd. Continue on NE Catawba Rd until you reach E Porter St. Turn left onto E Porter St, and the Catawba Island Historical Society Museum will be on your right at 5258 E Porter St. The total driving distance is approximately 2 miles.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, check if the local transit service offers routes to Port Clinton. From the Port Clinton Transit Station, you will likely need to take a taxi or rideshare service as public transit may not directly connect to E Porter St. The taxi ride from the transit station to the museum will take approximately 5-10 minutes and may cost around $10-$15 depending on traffic.

• Bicycle

  For those who enjoy cycling, you can bike from downtown Port Clinton to the museum. Take E Perry St to NE Catawba Rd, then turn left onto E Porter St. It’s a pleasant ride of about 2 miles, which should take around 10-15 minutes depending on your pace. Ensure to wear a helmet and follow all traffic rules.

• Walking

  If you are staying nearby and wish to walk, head east on E Perry St from the center of Port Clinton. Continue straight onto NE Catawba Rd, then turn left onto E Porter St. The museum is about a 30-40 minute walk from downtown Port Clinton, covering roughly 2 miles. Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.