Maritime Heritage Alliance
Boat displays
Boat displays
Information on wholesale fishing business.
Wholesale Fish Market
Wholesale Market
Operated by the Tofte Historical Society, the North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum is dedicated to “the collection, preservation and dissemination of historical knowledge with specific
Museum with sports fishing history
Home to the commercial fishing tug, the Sheryl Dennis, the museum interprets the history and heritage of mining and logging as well as farming and
“The flagship of the Michigan Historical Museum System, the Michigan Historical Museum offers you Michigan’s rich past, from the time of the state’s earliest peoples
“The Great Lakes Maritime Center (Maritime Center) offers a variety of opportunities to learn about the history and current events of the Great Lakes. Video
Active Fishery
With financial support from America250MI, we are excited to enhance the GLFHT website! We’re delivering a more accessible, user-friendly experience and expanded stories that celebrate fisheries heritage in Michigan and throughout the Great Lakes region.
Some highlights include new trail stories featuring local voices, curated educational resources for youth and educators, additional places to explore in our directory, and more ways to connect with coastal communities through history, culture, and stewardship.
The first phase of the upgraded site launched in June, with more content coming in August 2026. Thank you for visiting!