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HISTORY & CULTURE
Tour Glensheen, a 7.6 acre estate built between 1905-08 by Chester A. Congdon. Glensheen resembles an English, early 17th century country estate. The handcarved woodwork is phenomenal, and beautiful formal gardens dot the grounds. It still appears much the way it did when the Congdon family lived there, with many original furnishings and artwork. (218-726-8910 or 888-454-4536)
The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center draws more people than any other museum on Lake Superior. And best of all, it's free! Film shows, model ships, and exhibits tell the story of commercial shipping on the Big Lake. (218-727-2497 or seasonal 24 hour Boatwatchers Hotline, 218-722-6489)
Duluth/Superior is the world’s largest, farthest-inland seaport. It's an awe-inspiring sight to watch huge ships from all over the world slip under Duluth's famous Aerial Lift Bridge at Canal Park, almost within reach, with their cargos of ore, coal, and grain. For up to date ship arrival and departure information, check out the Duluth Shipping News.
The Lake Superior Zoo dates back to 1923 and is among only 10 percent of zoos and aquariums in the U.S. to have achieved the ranking of an Accredited Institution of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA), and is one of only three such accredited zoos in Minnesota. (218-723-3748)
Want to learn more about what lives in and around Lake Superior? Check out the Great Lakes Aquarium & Freshwater Discovery Center. Highly recommended for learning some incredible facts about the Great Lake containing 10% of all fresh water in the world. But you may be disappointed if you're expecting the more colorful entertainment experience of a salt water aquarium. (218-740-3474)
The Depot is home to the St. Louis County Heritage & Arts Center. Constructed in 1892 as the Union Depot Station, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Housed within are four different museums: Lake Superior Railroad Museum, St. Louis County Historical Society, Duluth Art Institute, and Duluth Children's Museum. (218-727-8025)
The Great Lakes Floating Maritime Museum is committed to preserving historic Great Lakes vessels in seaworthy condition, honoring the lives and stories of their officers and crew. The Coast Guard Cutter, Sundew, recently joined the S.S. William A. Irvin ore boat and tug, Lake Superior as vessels you can tour. (218-727-0022, ext. 234)
If you enjoy comedy and love theater, we highly recommend catching a performance of Duluth's own Renegade Comedy Theatre. This highly talented and entertaining local troupe performs most Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. An incredible bargain at $12, and only $7 on Thursdays. (218-722-6775 or 888-722-6627)
The Richard I. Bong World War II Heritage Center honors the memory of Major Bong and all the men and women of World War II who contributed to winning the peace. The center, located just across the High Bridge in Superior, features Dick Bong’s famous P-38 "Marge" in the central exhibit. The museum takes visitors through the story of America's involvement in WWII – from pre-war life in America, to Pearl Harbor, to homefront activities, and more. (715-392-7151 or 888-816-9944)
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