The Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, is a treasure trove of artifacts from the United States’ seafaring history. The largest exhibit is the USS Cobia, a World War II-era submarine launched by the US to fight on the Pacific front in 1943.

During its tenure, the Cobia downed two ships; today it has been almost completely restored, and guests can tour its upper deck and top inner floor. These areas include engine rooms, quarters, torpedo rooms, and other functional spaces on the vessel. The museum has a number of other galleries landside that showcase the region’s history as a shipbuilding community. These include a model ship and car ferry gallery.

Address: Wisconsin Maritime Museum, 75 Maritime Drive, Manitowoc, WI 54220, Phone: 920-684-0218

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