Bayfield Maritime Museum — Attraction in Bayfield

When you first walk in (or in a wheel chair) the curator and his Labadoodle dog named Rose are there to greet you. Any questions you may have he will give you the facts as well as it is known. Some old channel lights are there to view. As well as many artifacts from days of old. Including some small boats that people would use to get to short destinations. I myself would worry about being in on a large lake with those small boats. There is also history of Bayfield and old maps showing how it has changed in time. How they added sawdust for many years to increase shore footage for sailboats that of many makes and sizes. And one very good reason to go to Bayfield is the pleasant people and their...

What a wonderful experience! Free, but please donate - the kind of place that needs to stay open. Short season - the building is actually used to store boats. So much history, well displayed & explained. Sometimes a series of photographs, sometimes a video, other times very well laid out descriptions. There’s even a cut-away eight cylinder diesel engine. Helpful,friendly staff - obviously passionate about helping us learn about Great Lakes...

Awesome museum! A must see if you are in the area. This little museum was so informative about the fishing and shipping industry of the area. The gentleman who was working the front desk was very knowledgeable and helpful if you had any questions. We had a great time here and were really glad we came. It is free, but they do appreciate donations. There’s lots of free parking around the corner on a...