Bay County Historical Museum
Local History Museum features Kantzler Maritime Gallery celebrating maritime heritage of Bay County.
Local History Museum features Kantzler Maritime Gallery celebrating maritime heritage of Bay County.
Public marina where active commercial fishing vessels can be viewed.
Fort Mackinac (1781-1895) on Mackinac Island features a fisheries history exhibit related to the fishing and the fishing industry of the Straits area.
Home of five water-focused nonprofit organizations.
Local historical museum with an archive that includes oral interviews with commercial fisherman and historic photographs of Fishtown and fishing industry.
Active commercial fishing vessels can be viewed at Whitefish Point State Dock.
Fishing charters on the waters of Lake Huron in Alpena, Presque Isle, and Rogers City, Michigan and the beautiful Thunder Bay. Fish for Brown trout,
Jensen Charters offers on-the-water boat tours aboard historic 1945 gill net fish tug.
Several charter fishing services offer guided fishing services out of South Haven. A great opportunity to get out on the water and enjoy a recreational
The Hammond Bay State Refuge Harbor in northern Lake Huron is managed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. This harbor and working waterfront often
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!
