We visited St. Paul Mission in late October, the interpretive trail was open and is is a relatively short walk around the loop.
There is a flagpole just to the right of the museum. Joseph Norton Kessler was born on May 6, 1907 and died on October 7, 1980. He was a commander in the U.S. Navy and served during World War II.
The plaque is inscribed as follows:
In Memory of
Joseph Norton Kessler
Comm. U.S. Navy
Charter Member
Kettle Falls Historical Ctr.
Dedicated July 1989
About the Center
Our center interprets the Kettle Falls fishery, which has been described as one of the most important historical sites in the Western United States. The center also interprets other historical sites, including the historic St. Paul's Mission, Hudsons Bay's Fort Colville and U.S. Military's Fort Colville.
Kettle Falls Historical Center