"Michigan Maritime Museum" Top 5 Page for this destination South Haven Things to Do Tip by deecat

The very first thing that Mickey and I did after we parked our car at the Yelton Bed and Breakfast, was to walk to the Michigan Maritime Museum This museum cherishes and keeps the history of the Great Lakes. It is open year-round and available for group and school tours.

At this museum includes:

The Gallies and Museum Store

The VanOort US Coast Guard Boathouse

The Padnos Boat Shed

The Friends Good Will Historic Tall Ship

The South Haven Harbor Walk

Great Lakes Research Library

Offerings for Classes and Programs

Lightkeeper's Dwelling

Sea Scouts Program

Evelyn S.--Fish Tug

Small Craft Display

Historic Reenactments

Annaul Classic boat Show

The five photographs show some of what we saw here.

The people who work here are so enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and helpful. We had several conversations with two different men. We discovered the role of the Friends Good Will's role in the War of 1812; learned about the restored collection of the last 3 types of wooden rescue craft used by the United States Coast Guard; became acquainted with the 46 Coast Guard Stations built on Michigan shores.

It was a beautiful day, and we enjoyed our self-guided tour along the historic South Haven harbor. There were historic markers which we read that were placed along the Black River.

Address: 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI 49090
Phone: 800-747-3810