Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center

Slightly Disorganized But Fascinating

Slightly disorganized but fascinating nevertheless. Nothing in museum tells you where to begin, but start on the second floor. Do not miss the exhibit on the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.

Great Exposition for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

While staying at the Inn on Lake Superior, as I walked toward Lift Bridge I found the Visitor Center was open and offered free admission. I spent about 45 minutes exploring the Center, and fully appre...

Worth the $5 parking fee from a nearby lot.

Loved it! Fun history, superb view of canal channel traffic & the lift bridge, restrooms, interactive exhibits, free/ donations accepted.

Free to Visit Pay to Park

We arrived early and was able to walk around the canal, see the lighthouse and the anchors around the area. There is also the tug boat to check out. Really enjoyed the exhibits (there were a few not...

Interesting Museum!

The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center has so much to offer and it's free! The history of the area is very interesting. Give yourself time to enjoy all of the exhibits.