Manitou Island Transit
Manitou Island Transit
Manitou Island Transit
The Commercial Fishing Museum has exhibits of several centers for commercial fishing that were in the Keweenaw. ( www.keweenawhistory.org/sites/fishing.html )
Boat building school.
The Great Lakes Lore Maritime Museum is a maritime museum that specializes in memories, not just artifacts…In the heart of the inland seas known as
Maritime Museum
Maritime Museum
The article—first published in Michigan History Magazine—traces Michigan’s Great Lakes fishery from Indigenous (Anishinaabek) subsistence practices through 19th–20th century commercial growth, technological change (e.g., gill-net
Historic fishing vessels carry stories of how Great Lakes fisheries, past and present, have shaped Michigan’s coastal communities.
Boat displays
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!
