Today marks fifty years since the Edmund Fitzgerald tragically sank in the stormy waters of Lake Superior, claiming the lives of all twenty-nine crew members. The ship’s loss remains one of the most haunting maritime disasters in Great Lakes history, and a solemn reminder of nature’s unforgiving power. As we remember the Fitzgerald and her […]

There are great events every day of the week in Duluth! Check out some of these fun things to do coming up during the latter half of September: Day Suggestions Thursday, Sept 18 Attend Superior Soundcheck Series: Grand Holler at Earth Rider Brewery Fest Grounds (~7pm). Roots-rock music with local flavor. (Perfect Duluth Day) Sunday, […]

August is the ideal time to enjoy a Duluth escape—and there’s no better place to stay than South Pier Inn, located right at the foot of the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge. With warm lake breezes, vibrant city events, and the last golden weeks of summer, August offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. From […]

From July 10–13, 2025, Duluth will host the Festival of Sail, the seventh Great Lakes stop in the Tall Ships Challenge® series. Taking place at the newly renovated Harbor Plaza & Seawall adjacent to the DECC, the event features nine tall ships gliding through the Ship Canal under the Aerial Lift Bridge. Fleet Highlights include historic […]

The Twin Ports Festival of History is a weeklong celebration from April 2–9, 2025, featuring lectures, performances, tours, and exhibitions across Duluth, Superior, and Two Harbors. Organized by the University of Minnesota Duluth’s Public History and Museum Studies Programs in collaboration with over two dozen local historical societies and museums, the festival offers attendees the […]