Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center

The Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center is a museum and visitor center located in Alpena, Michigan, dedicated to celebrating and preserving the history of shipping and maritime activities on the Great Lakes. It offers exhibits on shipwrecks, navigation, and the region’s maritime culture, along with educational programs and a lighthouse viewing platform. The center aims to deepen understanding of the importance of Great Lakes shipping, shipwrecks, and maritime heritage, making it an engaging place for visitors to learn about the area’s rich nautical history and its impact on trade, transportation, and local communities.