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Built in 1925 as an iron ore, coal, stone, and grain carrier, the Steamship William G. Mather was nicknamed the “The Ship That Built Cleveland” due to her frequent voyages through the Great Lakes to the steel mills of Cleveland. Today, the retired and restored bulk freighter can be explored from stem to stern on private or guide tours.
Experience what life was like on this 618-foot historic flagship as you walk the decks and marvel at some of the engineering feats that made the ship famous. Visit the huge cargo holds, four-story engine room, age-old pilot house, and beautifully preserved guest quarters. Wander through the Great Lakes Story exhibits, where over a dozen interactive experiences detail the formation of the Great Lakes, the environmental threats they face, and the ways in which science and technology is helping to restore them back to health.
601 Erieside Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio, Phone: 216-694-2000
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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