Fishtown Preservation Administrative Offices
Non-profit owning and managing Leland’s Fishtown property.
Non-profit owning and managing Leland’s Fishtown property.
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
The Great Lakes Historical Society’s mission is to preserve and make known the history of the Great Lakes. ( 419-214-5000 — www.inlandseas.org )
The Museum of Cultural and Natural History serves the university, local, and regional community by providing educational opportunities that inspire curiosity, imagination, and memory. Based
Maritime Museum
Maritime Museum
The Sturgeon Festival is a one-day event each May, focused on providing close encounters with the “Giants of the Great Lakes”. ( www.sturgeonfestival.com )
The Michigan Brown Trout Festival began in 1975, and is still going strong. Located on the waters of Thunder Bay in Alpena, Michigan, we are
The Commercial Fishing Museum has exhibits of several centers for commercial fishing that were in the Keweenaw. ( www.keweenawhistory.org/sites/fishing.html )
Historical Marker – Great Lakes Sports 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!
