National Museum of the Great Lakes
Starting at USD 23
Sat, 17 May, 2025 at 11:00 am - Sat, 13 Sep, 2025 at 02:30 pm (GMT-04:00)
National Museum of the Great Lakes
1701 Front Street, Toledo, United States
Experience the inner workings of a freighter and tug like never before with A Day in the Life Tour: Chief Engineer — an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at life as a chief engineer aboard the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship and the Museum Tug Ohio on Saturday, May 17 at 11 am or 1 pm. This is more than just a tour — it's a rare opportunity to explore areas of our historic ships that are typically off-limits to the public and get an insider’s view of the hidden spaces that keep these vessels running.
During this immersive 90-minute experience, you’ll follow in the footsteps of a chief engineer and uncover the secrets of ship operations, including access to “hard-hat only” locations like:
From the Schoonmaker's original boiler bricks to the latest restoration efforts, you'll get up close and personal with maritime history — all from the unique perspective of a chief engineer.
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Don’t miss your chance to experience the life of a chief engineer and see history from a whole new angle. Spaces are limited — secure your spot today!
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Tickets for A Day in the Life Tour: Chief Engineer can be booked here.
Ticket type | Ticket price |
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NMGL Member Ticket | 23 USD |
Non-Member Ticket | 45 USD |