Museum Complex
Since 1984,the GLSHS was awarded numerous grants used to restore or renovate historic buildings at Whitefish Point Light Station for the interpretation of Great Lakes maritime, USCG, and US Life-Saving Service history. Many of the buildings are open to the public with an admission fee to the museum. The museum complex includes the both modern and historic structures.
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