Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
Located at Whitefish Point Light Station, this museum preserves Great Lakes maritime history, featuring artifacts from numerous shipwrecks, most notably the recovered bell of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald.

šŸ“œ Historic site on the National Register of Historic Places, home to Lake Superior's oldest operating lighthouse since 1861. šŸ” Dedicated to Great Lakes maritime history, featuring exhibits of shipwreck artifacts, artwork, and maritime history programs, including those related to the SS Edmund Fitzgerald.

Why Go

šŸŒŠ Learn about Great Lakes shipwrecks and survival stories
šŸš¢ See the recovered bell of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald
šŸ’” Explore historic lighthouse and Coast Guard facilities.
šŸ›ļø Tour historic buildings and shipwreck artifacts
šŸ¦ Observe numerous hawks, owls, and waterbirds at the on-site observatory
šŸ›ļø Stay overnight in restored Coast Guard barracks (April-November)

Why Avoid

šŸ—“ļø Closed seasonally from November to April.

Cost

šŸ’° Adults $15.00, Children 17 and under $11.00, Children 5 and under FREE, Family $50.
00. # Hours
šŸ•’ May 1 to October 31, 9 AM to 5 PM Daily.

Getting There

šŸ“ Located an hour north of Mackinac Bridge, 20 minutes from Tahquamenon Falls State Park.
šŸš— Follow N. Whitefish Point Rd north for 11 miles from Paradise.
šŸ…æļø Motorcoach parking available.
ā™æ Wheelchair accessible parking and service animal friendly.
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