On November 10, 1975, a violent storm roared across Lake Superior with fierce winds, towering waves as high as 30 feet, and blinding snowfall. By nightfall, one of the Great Lakes’ largest and most respected freighters, the Edmund Fitzgerald, had vanished. All 29 crew...
Fifty Years Later: The Night the Edmund Fitzgerald Vanished and Wisconsin Remembers
On the stormy night of November 10, 1975, the Edmund Fitzgerald disappeared beneath the icy waves of Lake Superior. Half a century later, Wisconsin’s maritime communities are not only remembering the tragedy but also celebrating the deep, enduring ties the ship and...
When the Storm Hit Home: Wisconsin Communities and the Fitzgerald
This November 10, 2025, marks 50 years since the tragic sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. It was a Monday in 1975 when a fierce Lake Superior storm claimed the 729-foot freighter and all 29 crew members aboard. The tragedy was not only felt on the lake but across the...
The Edmund Fitzgerald: Wisconsin’s Legendary Shipwreck That Still Haunts the Great Lakes
On November 10, 2025, the Great Lakes will mark the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, a haunting event that remains one of the most gripping maritime mysteries in Wisconsin’s history. As this anniversary approaches, step back onto the stormy...
Wisconsin’s Most Haunted Locations to Discover, If You Dare!
This October, embark on a spine-chilling journey through the state’s most haunted locations, where eerie legends, restless spirits, and mysterious happenings await those brave enough to explore! From the cursed hills of Lincoln County to the haunted theaters of...
Ho-Chunk Beadwork: An Enduring Legacy of Heritage & Healing
Beadwork in the Ho-Chunk Nation is much more than crafting beautiful patterns. It is a sacred tradition rich with stories, history, and identity. Each bead is a thread that connects people to their ancestors, the natural world, and their community, preserving a vital...
Pepin County: Your Four-Season Gateway on the Great River Road
Ever feel that itch to hit the road just to see what’s around the next bend? Pepin County is that spot at the intersection of scenic and unexpected. This is small-town Wisconsin at its best! Whether you’re cruising the Great River Road in peak fall color, watching ice...
A Year of Adventure Begins in Pierce County This Fall
If there’s one season that really makes Pierce County stand out, it’s fall! Located right along the infamous Great River Road, this county welcomes visitors with stunning fall colors and a community spirit that’s hard to beat. And once you’re here, you’ll see that the...
3 Stunning Spots in Northwest Wisconsin You Can’t Miss
Northwest Wisconsin is packed with places that capture the heart and soul of the north, from one-of-a-kind landscapes and breathtaking waterfalls to small towns rich with history. If you’re looking for spots that offer both adventure and tranquility, this trio of...









