Dave C.
10/14/2023
A good-sized 3 story building that used first housed the coast guard, is now housing a Maritime Museum. There are exhibits and movies about local maritime history, boat building, the history of...
Port of Ludington Maritime Museum
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217 S Lakeshore Dr
Ludington, MI 49431
The Port of Ludington Maritime Museum brings history to life with digital storytelling, authentic images and artifacts, and engaging interactive exhibits that entertain, enlighten, and inspire a deeper appreciation for the region’s maritime history. Located in the former U.S. Coast Guard Station, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this family-friendly, three-story museum overlooks Lake Michigan’s wild shoreline, Ludington’s iconic North Pier Light, and the historic carferry Badger, extending the maritime experience beyond its doors in this vacation wonderland. The museum is operated by the Mason County Historical Society, which also operates the nearby Historic White Pine Village.
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4.05 reviews
Nicole S.
9/27/2022
Ludington is a town with lots of history, and you can learn about some of that history here at the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. The museum is located just steps from the beaches of Lake...
Scott H.
7/16/2024
The sign says open until 5:00. That is a lie. We drove 400 miles and arrived at 4:45 and the door was locked. The unfriendly lady who finally opened the door would not let us see 10 minutes of the...
Chris H.
10/27/2021
A nice large 3 story building that used to house the coast guard, now is home to a Maritime Museum. When you enter there's a display that almost looks holographic. It's just a well hidden tv...
Rebecca B.
7/9/2023
Good use of a day in Ludington where you don't want to be in the sun/rain. We read about it in the paper so we had to check it out. I thought it was overall well done - my kids liked the exhibit...
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