_{A replica of a 19th century lake schooner, that was built in Fairport Harbor, Ohio in the mid- 1850's. This wooden-hull, 92' schooner is operated by the Maritime Heritage Alliance of Traverse City, Mi.}

     Between 1985 and 1990, 165 volunteers gave 40,000 hours to create the Schooner Madeline, a 92-ft twin-masted replica of an 1840's commercial vessel. She served as the first schoolhouse in the region during the winter of 1850-51, and later carried settlers to Beaver Island. When not on tour at Great Lakes ports, The Madeline is berthed at Clinch Marina in downtown Traverse City, and open to all visitors.

Please visit Martitime Heritage Alliance for more information.