Lake Superior Maritime History
As the image from our webcam to the right shows, spring can be a bit blustery along the shores of Lake Superior. That’s okay. At our bed and breakfast in Duluth MN, you are invited to curl up by the fire in the Harbor View Suite or Kandinsky’s Loft. Lay in bed and wait for the sun to rise over Lake Superior in our Lake Superior Suite. Lift your spirits on a gray day with a blueberry peach galette and a cup of steaming coffee, specially blended for us by Alakef Coffee. No matter what the weather, you will feel relaxed and refreshed when staying at our Duluth b&b.
When you feel ready to start the day, consider exploring a part of Lake Superior’s maritime history. The S.S. William A. Irvin and the Coast Guard Cutter Sundew are both open for touring, and invite you to experience life on the lakes. The S.S. William A. Irvin hauled iron ore and coal to many Great Lakes ports, often braving fierce storms in order to do so. Furthermore, the DECC notes that she provided comfort and elegance to dignitaries and guests who traveled the Lakes with her, the flagship of U.S. Steel’s Great Lakes Fleet.
The Sundew launched in 1944 in Duluth. She served as an ice breaker at several ports on Lake Michigan, tended buoys, and was involved in countless search and rescue operations. As you tour the Sundew you will learn about some of the lives and ships she saved.
The S.S. William A. Irvin is now open daily; the Coast Guard Cutter Sundew will be open daily after Memorial Day. Plan a trip to Solglimt, the Duluth MN bed and breakfast that sits on the shore of Lake Superior. Walk along the beach and take in the awesome power of the Great Lake, then learn about two of the ships that spent their careers there.
Tags: Coast Guard Cutter Sundew, Great Lakes maritime history, S.S. William A. Irvin