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Welcome Protecting the Great Lakes and their rich maritime history through research, education and resource protection. The sanctuary works to ensure that future generations can enjoy these underwater treasures.


The Smithsonian is coming to town! June 1 through July 26 On Saturday, June 1, the traveling exhibit Journey Stories will open at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center. Journey Stories is a Smithsonian Institution that explores individual stories that illustrate the critical roles travel and movement have played in building our diverse American society. Journey Stories has been made possible in Michigan by the Michigan Humanities Council.Journey Stories is part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and state humanities councils across the country. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United States Congress.
Thunder Bay Condition Report NOAA has just released the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary Condition Report. The report describes the state of the sanctuary’s resources and pressures that affect their scientific integrity and recreational value. Read the report here.
Boundary Expansion NOAA has announced it will prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to consider expansion of the sanctuary's current boundaries. Expansion would protect important national treasures through the sanctuary's research and monitoring, education, and resource protection programs, while allowing recreational use of the resources.

		Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center Experience the Shipwreck Century as you battle the fury of a Lake Huron storm aboard a 19th-century schooner. Explore a shipwreck without getting wet! No matter your age, a discovery awaits you at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center! Featuring immersive maritime heritage exhibits, an HD theater, wooden boatbuilding workshop, a gift shop and exciting programs and events throughout the year. Bring your friends and family and dive into our Great Lakes past! 500 W. Fletcher Street Alpena, Michigan 49707 989-356-8805 OPEN ALL YEAR. FREE ADMISSION. Book Your Group Tour Today! Please contact a visitor experience specialist at 989-356-8805 Exhibits Open Everyday! Starting Memorial Day weekend 9 am - 5 pm July and August open until 7 pm


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