Press Releases
Shipwreck Museum Closes for the Season
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, one of Michigan’s most popular destinations in the Upper Peninsula, has closed for the 2009 season. We are pleased to report that attendance was up 6% this year over 2008, with 60,542 visitors having traveled to Whitefish Point.
During the winter months, patrons may visit the U.S. Weather Bureau in Sault Sainte Marie, home to the Shipwreck Society's administrative offices. This building, which features exhibits and a satellite museum store, is located in Soo Locks Park, Gate 14, at 400 W. Portage Avenue. Building hours are 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday.
Sales are made year-round from the Shipwreck Coast Museum Store which may be found by clicking on the menu above, or by calling the office toll-free at 800-635-1742.
The Crews Quarters Overnight Program closed for the season on November 14, 2009, and will resume on April 1, 2010. Crews Quarters reservations may be made by calling toll-free 800-635-1742.
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum will open next season on May 1, 2010.
