









National Museum of the Great Lakes
East Toledo
Step aboard the Col. James M. Schoonmaker, a 1911 lake freighter docked alongside the museum, for a hands-on journey through Great Lakes shipping and shipwreck stories. Indoor exhibits trace the region's maritime heritage from Native American canoes to modern freighters.
Maritime history
Interactive exhibits
Family-friendly
Educational experience
Tips
🚢Climb aboard the Col. James M. Schoonmaker museum ship
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Great for kids with hands-on exhibits throughout
🎧Self-guided audio tour available at the front desk
National Museum of the Great Lakes
East ToledoOpens Friday at 10:00 AM










Step aboard the Col. James M. Schoonmaker, a 1911 lake freighter docked alongside the museum, for a hands-on journey through Great Lakes shipping and shipwreck stories. Indoor exhibits trace the region's maritime heritage from Native American canoes to modern freighters.
Maritime history
Interactive exhibits
Family-friendly
Educational experience
Tips
🚢Climb aboard the Col. James M. Schoonmaker museum ship
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Great for kids with hands-on exhibits throughout
🎧Self-guided audio tour available at the front desk