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Great Lakes Maritime Heritage

500 W. Fletcher Street, Alpena, Michigan MI USA

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Free

Free to Visit

Open Now

Mon 9a-7p

Independent
Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms
Wifi

“preserving underwater history”

Explore the shipwrecks lying in Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary in the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, featuring exciting exhibits for all ages. Walk the decks of a wooden Great Lakes schooner replica, feel a Great Lakes storm, and touch the massive timbers of the boat resting on the lake bottom. All without getting wet!
This visitor center provides a range of accessibility features for every visitor to enjoy the exhibits. Visitors can download the Shipwreck Alley Tours app, which presents an audio tour of the exhibits and a written narration of the shipwreck tour. This app also provides sensory friendly assistance. Visit our website to learn more information specifically about wheelchair mobility, service animals, sight and hearing impaired assistance, and sensory friendly assistance.

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Reviewed by
loreahlie11

15 Reviews
8 Helpful

September 02, 2014

Rated 4.0

This is a great little museum that is near the historic downtown Alpena and right on the river. There is a replica boat inside, lots of shipwreck artifacts, and a slide and tunnels for kids to go through. It is also free! Plan to spend about an hour walking through the 2 story building and exploring inside the big ship. The river walk is right outside too.

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