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Lake Superior Marine Museum Association


Preserving the Past, Lighting the Future


South Pier Lighthouse Duluth MN

Celebrate National Lighthouse Day!   

Friday, August 7, 2026, is National Lighthouse Day in the Twin Ports! Our Visitor Center staff will be leading at least 2 free outdoor walking history tours at 11am and 1pm. Inside the Visitor Center, we will have family-friendly craft activities, lighthouse-themed documentaries and more!

Come down to the Canal and join us! 
Owners of both the north and south pier lighthouses, Rethos and LSMMA, will be present to talk about restoration efforts and briefly allow visitors a sneak peek inside each building.

Please consider a donation to our Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light in honor of National Lighthouse Day!

The Beacons of LSMMA


Discover the unique ways LSMMA connects you to Duluth's maritime history and harbor life.



Duluth Harbor South Breakwater Outer Light

 

Renovation work has started!


Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center


Supporting the Visitor Center for over 50 years



Summer Hours Open 9:30 am-6 pm Daily

Visitor Center

Live Web Cameras


Boat Watchers: Duluth Harborcam is part of LSMMA



Win a Cruise of a Lifetime!

 

Set sail in 2027! One lucky winner—and up to 3 guests—will embark on a weeklong round-trip journey aboard the legendary 1,000-foot laker Edwin H. Gott. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience Lake Superior like a true mariner!

  • The lucky winner and up to 3 guests will sail round-trip on the 1,000-foot laker, Edwin H. Gott during the 2027 season.
  • Average trip length is 6-7 days. Keep your schedule flexible; winner and guests will sail when the ship is available.
  • Boarding location to be determined, but likely Two Harbors, MN.
  • Winner need not be present on November 7, 2026 at the Gales of November event, at the DECC, to win.

The trip is generously donated by Great Lakes Fleet/CN/Key Lakes, Inc. All proceeds benefit the Lake Superior Marine Museum Association in support of the Lake Superior Maritime Visitors Center.

 

Download the Cruise-of-a-Lifetime form to order your tickets. 

 

The LSMMA is a 501c(3) nonprofit that seeks to preserve the maritime heritage of Lake Superior and the Twin Ports through education and collaboration.

REQUIREMENTS: All entries must comply with all raffle regulations. Winner is responsible for any applicable fees or taxes. Must have a valid Passport by the time of the sailing and be 18+ years to enter. The ship is not handicapped accessible. Mail entry deadline is October 23, 2026.

Cruise of a Lifetime 2026 (top)

The Gales of November Event



CRUISE OF A LIFETIME

 

The trip is generously donated by Great Lakes Fleet/CN/Key Lakes, Inc. All proceeds benefit the Lake Superior Marine Museum Association in support of the Lake Superior Maritime Visitors Center. Please see above for the link to the entry form. The drawing will be held on November 7, 2026, at the Gales of November Conference in Duluth, MN.

SAVE THE DATE FOR GALES OF NOVEMBER


Join fellow maritime enthusiasts at the 2026 Gales of November! Held in Duluth, MN on Friday & Saturday, November 6 & 7.  The Friday event will be at The Garden, while Saturday will be at the DECC. Plans are being finalized, so watch for a full itinerary, speakers list and special events coming soon!

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