Door County Maritime Museum
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
Across Michigan, partners are working together to document and preserve historic commercial fishing vessels—protecting more than a century of Great Lakes life, labor, and maritime
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
Maritime Museum
The Michigan Maritime Museum offers visitors the chance to board the historic Great Lakes fish tug Evelyn S. and peer into the daily life of
A website created and moderated by Harvey Hadland and Bob Mackreth (2002-2016) documenting fish tugs of the great lakes. A great site to explore images
Fishing Heritage Site
Historical Great Lakes Fishtug
Museum with fisheries heritage exhibit, including the Katherine V and RV Chinook
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!
