In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, the National Museum of the Great Lakes invites educators to discover the many ways the museum can bring Great Lakes history to life for their students on Tuesday, May 5 from 4 – 6 pm. Join us for a special Educator Open House designed to showcase our hands-on educational programs, engaging field trip opportunities, and our newest temporary exhibit. Meet members of our education team, experience a mock field trip aboard the historic Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship, and explore how the museum’s programs connect classroom learning with real stories from the Great Lakes. Attendees will also have the chance to enter a raffle to win a free field trip for their class. Event Details When: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM Where: National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St. Toledo, OH Registration required. Whether you’re looking for new enrichment opportunities, curriculum connections, or simply a fun and educational outing for your students, this open house is the perfect opportunity to see what the museum has to offer. Educators of all grade levels are welcome.
We tell the awe-inspiring stories of the Great Lakes. 500 breathtaking photographs, 250 artifacts, 45 interactive exhibits, and a 617-foot freighter.
