Latest Past Events

Maritime Sketching Class

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena

Join maritime artist and historian Jim Berry for a free sketching class in the exhibits at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center on Saturday, March 23 from 10a-12p. Participants will have their choice of sketching a dugout canoe, birch bark canoe, or wooden schooner. Sketching supplies provided. Space is limited so sign up today by […]

International Film Festival

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena

Great Lakes, Great Films Every year, the Friends of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary bring the world of cinema to Alpena! For five days in January, northeast Michigan is treated to some of the most impressive ocean and Great Lakes films from around the world. Film screenings are complemented by social events, educational activities, and opportunities […]

Trick or Treat

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena

Trick or treat the sanctuary, play fun Halloween games for prizes, and navigate the Haunted House!  

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