Searching for a fun and educational attraction in Michigan that the entire family will appreciate? We’ve got you covered! If you’re in the mood for a northward jaunt that offers a unique combination of Upper Peninsula beauty, beachfront delight, and fascinating history, there’s one must-visit attraction that belongs on your next travel itinerary. This intriguing shipwreck museum in Michigan is worth exploring over and over again.

The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum is located along North Whitefish Point Road in Paradise.
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The next time you find yourself in the wondrous Upper Peninsula, this engaging and utterly original museum belongs on your must-see list. Visitors of all ages will find plenty to appreciate within this exciting complex.
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Open between May and October each year, the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum offers insight into Michigan’s maritime heritage – with an emphasis on ill-fated voyages and sunken freshwater vessels.
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This is so much more than an ordinary museum: after all, the museum is situated alongside Whitefish Point Light Station, which was constructed in 1849. Guests can even explore the lightkeeper's quarters.
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There is a small fee to visit this museum for individuals over the age of five. Younger kids can enter for free, while group rates are available for larger families. You’ll soon be immersed in history.
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During your visit, you’ll see everything from a 1920s surfboat house to an impressive array of artifacts from some of the Great Lakes most tragic shipwrecks – including a bell from the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
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One of the most unique elements of the museum is its location directly along the shoreline of Lake Superior. Guests can head out and explore the waterfront by strolling along a barrier-free boardwalk to the water.
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Whether you’re looking for a virtual journey into the past, seeking insight into Michigan’s complex maritime heritage, or simply searching for a new way to appreciate the Great Lakes, this locale won’t disappoint.
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For all of the details, head to the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum’s official website. Have you and your family made the journey to this one-of-a-kind shipwreck museum in Michigan during previous Upper Peninsula outings? Share your memories and experiences with us by leaving a Facebook comment or recommend another great place to learn about Michigan history by completing our nomination form.

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Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, 18335 N Whitefish Point Rd, Paradise, MI 49768, USA