Lake Michigan Crucifix
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Winter weather reveals a large Italian marble crucifix drowned beneath Lake Michigan.

šŸ“œ Submerged 20 feet under water and ice in Little Traverse Bay, an 11-foot white marble cross with a lifesize statue of Jesus Christ. Originally crafted in Italy in 1956 for a mourning family, it was later placed in the bay in 1962 to memorialize those lost at sea.

Why Go

🌊 Unique underwater shrine
ā„ļø Experience annual winter viewing through ice
šŸ“– Learn about its poignant origin story
šŸ“ø Opportunity for unique photos

Why Avoid

āš ļø Viewings are weather-dependent and unsanctioned viewings are prohibited.
🄶 Requires venturing onto the frozen bay in winter.

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Viewings typically take place between February and March.
šŸ“¢ Check the Petoskey tourism bureau website for viewing announcements.
šŸ†“ Viewings are free.

Hours

šŸ•’ Seasonal, typically February-March, dependent on ice conditions.

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