The UP is more than scenic vistas and this little museum reminds us of the history of men and women who have sailed these dangerous lake waters for over 100 years. The museum is sort of old fashioned in that there are artifacts with printed information and stories about the artifacts rather than jazzy interactive displays, but the exhibits capture... More

We went to this museum a couple of years ago. It's small but packed full of history and memorabilia.

This is a well hidden gem that is worth a visit. Every few years we try and check it out. Nicely done.

Especially good sections on rescuing sailors from grounded and sinking ships. Nice display on the Edmund Fitzgerald disaster

Small museum definitely worth the price if admission. Great exhibits on shipwrecks near Marquette,as well as the lives of the brave men who risked their lives to save victims of shipwrecks. A nice collection of Fresnel lenses is located here, including a giant 2nd order lens,the largest lens to be found in a great lakes lighthouse. An exhibit detailing the... More

Fantastic lighthouse tour and unexpected history display of WWII submarine (inspired local heroes of Leyte) WWII sub periscope to look through.

a must see !!!! This place is a must see if your in the area

There were some good displays, but it was a small museum and it took less than an hour to get through it. I would have liked to see more artifacts and interactive displays.

A surprisingly nice museum... great for kids and adults.