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National Museum of the Great Lakes

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National Museum of the Great Lakes
"More than 500 breathtaking photographs, 250 incredible artifacts, 45 interactive exhibits, a 617' iron ore freighter and a 1903 tugboat tell the awe-inspiring history of the Great Lakes and provide a unique destination for family fun."
Address: 1701 Front St , Toledo 43605, OH, US
Phone: +1 419-214-5000
State: OH
City: Toledo
Zip Code: 43605


Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00-17:00
Tuesday: 10:00-17:00
Wednesday: 10:00-17:00
Thursday: 10:00-17:00
Friday: 10:00-17:00
Saturday: 10:00-17:00
Sunday: 12:00-17:00

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Reviews
Excellent museum for adults and kids alike. The ship was so fun for walk around on and IN. You can actually go inside the cargo hold! We had to rush through the museum, as we cam late in the day, but it was pretty cool. Definitely worth a trip back. They are updating a park next to the museum, so summer '23 should be a great time to visit. Then goto Maumee Bay brewery for lunch
Didn't think this would be interesting, but went with a friend who wanted to go. Jack, the volunteer who showed us around the freighter, made the trip extremely informative. He had worked on the tug boat that is also on display, and had an infinite number of personal and anecdotal stories about the freighter, tug boat, and Great Lakes shipping history. Worth calling ahead to see which day he is volunteering!
Great museum, larger than I expected. Lots of great artifacts and exhibits. The lake freighter tour was awesome. We loved that it is self-directed and self-paced. Staff could have been more engaged, but otherwise, this was a great stop.
For a place covering a small footprint there is SO MUCH information and expertly planned and laid out to bring a wonderful experience for kids and we oldies. History of the great lakes, of GL shipping, role during wartime, role in industry, so much. Then you board the SCHOONMAKER cargo ship with all areas open to view and still so complete. What an experience!!!
A lot of awesome history and information. Met a few other customers who were very nice. Really cool checking out the large ships and the kids enjoyed it. They do have quite a few interactive things in the museum, but most of them no longer work and need repaired. Only reason for the 4 stars and not 5.Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$11–15
Wonderful stop- filled with interactive exhibits and lots of hands-on adventures. Our kids ages 12-17 could have spend several more hours there. Be sure to check out the ships outside as well!!
This is a excellent museum with great information and displays. For someone visiting the Great Lakes for the first time, this was a great primer and perfect for a few hours. The models of historical ships, boiler steam propulsion and Coast Guard history were all highlights.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$11–15
The interactive displays were engaging and fun for kids of all ages. Some of the displays left me wanting more backstory and the intro video, although beautifully presented, could be so much more. I look forward to returning in the summer to tour the Schoomacher.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entry$11–15
Really neat place! This is something in my own hometown that I had never experienced before. Such a unique spot to be taken. The museum had lots of interesting bits of history and getting to go on the actual boats was so awesome. Probably not a place for huge parties or small kids because it’s a lot of historical things and small areas inside. The stairs are also a little bit difficult to maneuver but seeing how old everything is I definitely understand why. Everyone should visit here at least once in their life.
My boyfriend brought me here and I love nautical museums so this was nice. It's not huge but that's ok! There's a lot to see in here that is based around the great lakes, the shipwrecks and the advancements on shipping and technology. I liked it here alot! Definitely gonna come back when it's warmer to check out the ships docked nearby.
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