Miller Empey Museum

10/11/2024

Sand Hill Cranes have been called the Modern-day pterodactyls. They are also among the oldest living bird species, having survived for million of years. Their bird call is different than a normal bird, and has a rattle and song combined. In Miller Empey's lifetime they were close to extinction. He was very proud of the pair by the fireplace, and worried that they would be become extinct in his life time. However, In 1918, they became protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty. A true conservation success story.

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09/25/2023

Street light got replaced but they took care of the woodpecker's house

08/25/2023

Glass Gem corn, Miller Empey grew this Native American variety of corn in his garden.

01/03/2023

A massive flock of migrating ducks is getting ever bigger atop the water along the Straits.

12/31/2022

When Miller Empey was alive SandHill Cranes were close to extinction; the birds in his collection died of natural causes and then were mounted. They were his most treasured mounts. They are migratory birds and a flock can be an incredible sight to see. Each bird weighs between 8.5 - 10 lbs. and their wingspans range between 5 ft. 5 in. to over 7 ft.

09/09/2022

Found this fellow hanging out at a golf course. He was hunting for mice & not really bothered by the golfers chasing golf balls.